Care Attendant Resource Pool Williamsport Casual Evening

Casual Care Attendant - Resource Pool

Location : UPMC Williamsport

Status : Casual

Shift : Evening Shift Schedule : Requires 2 holidays per year Floating Differential : Includes a 10% floating differential

Purpose : The Care Attendant provides limited patient care and observation services under the direction of a nurse or physician, in accordance with established policies and procedures. This role supports a safe and healing environment and contributes to high-quality patient care through direct interaction and assistance with daily activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care & Observation : Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, feeding, toileting, ambulating, turning / repositioning, and transporting patients. Provide one-on-one companionship and supervision as needed. Support fall prevention and psychiatric observation protocols.
• Safety & Environment : Maintain a clean and safe patient environment by performing safety checks, organizing rooms, cleaning equipment, changing linens, and emptying hampers. Report equipment malfunctions promptly.
• Support Services : Acquire and distribute supplies and equipment to support patient care. Perform messenger functions, stock rooms, and assist with patient nourishment, water pitchers, and mail delivery.
• Communication & Teamwork : Communicate effectively with the healthcare team. Build respectful relationships with patients and colleagues. Respond to call lights, phones, and assist with meal trays and patient transport.
• Documentation & Clerical Tasks : Document care activities in the medical record according to procedures. Complete clerical functions as needed. Understand and follow safety protocols, including standard precautions and bloodborne pathogen policies.
• Professional Development : Accept feedback constructively and identify learning needs. Seek assistance with planning and prioritizing tasks. Participate in self-review and support departmental changes and quality initiatives.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances : Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire + Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) + Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal + Act 33 with renewal + Act 34 with renewal + Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran