Patient Care Assistant
Children's is one of the nation's leading children's hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We're committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture : People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children's.
Functions as a member of an interdisciplinary team to organize and provide quality patient care services under the supervision of a licensed professional. Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe patient care and services and promote a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.
Experience :
- No minimum experience required
Preferred Qualifications :
Certification as a Nursing Assistant, or Medical Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician, or nursing student with one complete clinical rotation, or 1 year of clinical hospital experience2 years of experience in pediatricsEducation :
High School diploma or equivalentCertification Summary :
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Heart Association (AHA) is required within 30 days of employmentKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Competencies as defined by department must be completed within 6 months of employmentExcellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated leadership abilities and documentation of ongoing development and trainingMust be able to successfully pass the Basic Windows Skill Assessment at 80% or higher rating within 30 days of employmentJob Responsibilities :
Assists in basic delivery of patient care as assigned by licensed professional personnel using age and developmentally appropriate standards, including taking vital signs, daily weights, assisting with feeds / baths / oral care, linen changes, and assisting with transports.Maintains department and patient care equipment as assigned.Communicates information relating to patient care job activities, needs, and responsibilities for assigned shift to appropriate personnel.Utilizes effective organization and communication skills in prioritizing and delivering patient care.Initiates and participates in continuous assessment and improvement of the quality of care and services provided.Assists departmental leadership team in development of other staff members.Accepts responsibility for own growth, development, and professional conduct.Demonstrates competencies that incorporate age-specific guidelines, including N = Neonate (less than 30 days), I = Infant (30 days to 1 year), EC = Early Childhood (1-5 years), LC = Late Childhood (5-13 years), A = Adolescent (13-17 years), AD = Adult, ALL = all age.Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.
Primary Location Address : 2220 North Druid Hills Road
Job Family : Other Patient Care
