5 Pca jobs in Hahira

Description

Location: Langdale Place
Department: AR - LANGDALE PERSONAL CARE
Schedule: Full Time, 8HR Evening Shift, 3pm to 11pm

POSITION SUMMARY

This key organizational position creates and maintains a living environment that displays courtesy and respect for each resident while providing personal care and assisting with all activities of daily living. Performs duties in a manner that enhances the resident's dignity, self-esteem, mental and physical well-being. Provides care that is responsive to the needs of the residents. Provides quality care in compliance with all state and regulatory statutes. Provides responsive and compassionate care which is individualized for each resident. Fulfills responsibility to the organization by adhering to its philosophy and general policies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Certified Nursing Assistant License is required
• CPR & First Aid Certification required
• Recent (within last one (1) year) experience in Long Term Care Setting is preferred
• Ability to read, write, perform simple calculations, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Able to communicate clearly with, and care for a variety of people • Flexible in scheduling and assignments.
• Evidence of personal health and hygiene.
• Annual skills assessment and training.
• Ability to operate IPADS/medication tablets, telephone, intercom system, calculator, and beeper.
• Ability to recognize and report changes in patient condition.
• 16 Hours In-service Training required by the Department of Community Health.

WORKING CONDITIONS - ADA INFORMATION
Works primarily in long-term care setting. Requires considerable standing, mental effort, stooping, bending, lifting (in excess of fifty (100) lbs.), pushing objects (carts, beds, and wheelchairs). Likely to be exposed to blood and body fluids, including infectious diseases. May rarely require accompanying and assisting with patient transport to another facility. Uses medical, office equipment, and telecommunicates devices on a regular basis (e.g., , fax, computer, and pagers). Physical functional capacity for healthcare workers as defined by the Saunders Method (very heavy).

Description

Location: Langdale Place
Department: AR - LANGDALE PERSONAL CARE
Schedule: Full Time, 8HR Evening Shift, 3pm to 11pm

POSITION SUMMARY

This key organizational position creates and maintains a living environment that displays courtesy and respect for each resident while providing personal care and assisting with all activities of daily living. Performs duties in a manner that enhances the resident's dignity, self-esteem, mental and physical well-being. Provides care that is responsive to the needs of the residents. Provides quality care in compliance with all state and regulatory statutes. Provides responsive and compassionate care which is individualized for each resident. Fulfills responsibility to the organization by adhering to its philosophy and general policies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Certified Nursing Assistant License is required
• CPR & First Aid Certification required
• Recent (within last one (1) year) experience in Long Term Care Setting is preferred
• Ability to read, write, perform simple calculations, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Able to communicate clearly with, and care for a variety of people • Flexible in scheduling and assignments.
• Evidence of personal health and hygiene.
• Annual skills assessment and training.
• Ability to operate IPADS/medication tablets, telephone, intercom system, calculator, and beeper.
• Ability to recognize and report changes in patient condition.
• 16 Hours In-service Training required by the Department of Community Health.

WORKING CONDITIONS - ADA INFORMATION
Works primarily in long-term care setting. Requires considerable standing, mental effort, stooping, bending, lifting (in excess of fifty (100) lbs.), pushing objects (carts, beds, and wheelchairs). Likely to be exposed to blood and body fluids, including infectious diseases. May rarely require accompanying and assisting with patient transport to another facility. Uses medical, office equipment, and telecommunicates devices on a regular basis (e.g., , fax, computer, and pagers). Physical functional capacity for healthcare workers as defined by the Saunders Method (very heavy).

JOB DESCRIPTION

Registered Nurse (RN)

JOB SUMMARY:

A Registered Nurse administers skilled nursing care to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Director of Clinical Services/Nursing Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Graduate of an approved school of professional nursing and currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing.

2. Two (2) years' nursing experience, preferred.

3. Acceptance of philosophy and goals of this Agency.

4. Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provides services in accordance with the plan of care.

2. Makes the initial evaluation visit and regularly reevaluates the patient's nursing needs.

3. Initiates the plan of care and necessary revisions.

4. Provides those services requiring substantial specialized nursing skills.

5. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.

6. Prepares clinical and progress notes for each patient visit and summaries of care conferences on his/her patients in a timely manner as per Agency policy.

7. Coordinates services.

8. Informs personnel of changes in the condition and needs of the patient.

9. Counsels the patient and family/significant others in meeting nursing and related needs.

10. Participates in and presents inservice programs.

11. Understands and adheres to established Agency policies and procedures.

12. Processes orders and notifies physician of patient needs and changes in condition. Completes certification/recertification orders and discharge summaries.

13. Determines the amount and type of nursing needed by each individual patient.

14. Refers to Physical Therapist, Speech Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist and Medical Social Worker those patients requiring their specialized skills.

15. Supervises and teaches other nursing personnel.

16. Conducts patient care conferences on patients assigned to his/her care.

17. Participates in peer review and Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement as assigned.

18. Gives total patient care as needed.

19. Takes on-call duty nights, weekends and holidays, as assigned.

20. Completes and submits OASIS assessments, reassessments, transfers, resumptions of care, discharges and significant change in condition in accordance with Agency defined time frames.

22. Appropriately utilizes ICD-10 codes.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Works indoors in Agency office and patient homes and travels to/from patient homes.

JOB RELATIONSHIPS:

1. Supervised by: Director of Clinical Services/Nursing Supervisor

2. Workers Supervised: Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Health Aide

RISK EXPOSURE:

High risk

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to perform the following tasks if necessary:

• Ability to participate in physical activity.

• Ability to work for extended period of time while standing and being involved in physical activity.

• Heavy lifting.

• Ability to do extensive bending, lifting and standing on a regular basis.

I have read the above job description and fully understand the conditions set forth therein, and if employed as a Registered Nurse, I will perform these duties to the best of my knowledge and ability.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Job Summary:

The Care Partner is a support care provider who functions under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The Care Partner primary focus will be to promote a positive patient experience by partnering with the nurse, physician, healthcare team and other healthcare providers to provide excellence in patient experience; and assist with daily living activities and comfort measures. The Care Partner assists other health care providers with safe, age appropriate and culturally aware care by performing basic patient care functions; i.e. ADL's, ambulation, and vital signs.

The Care Partner may require approved advanced technical training skills may be required i.e. phlebotomy, simple treatments, dressing changes, oral suctioning, and discontinuing Foley catheters. Performing additional advanced skills may be required to support clinical care and will fluctuate depending on the needs of the unit. Performing clerical functions such as: retrieval of data, maintaining unit supplies, and transporting supplies/patient medications will be required. The Care Partner must be able to work in a fast-paced environment which requires multi-tasking and effective communication with the Registered Nurse and ancillary team. Must be able to perform under stressful conditions with a compassionate, respectful and service mindset. Must be able to take direction from a variety of care providers. Must be organized with excellent communication skills.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Excellence in Patient Experience by partnering with health care team, patient and family.

Patient Centered Care-Clinical Practice:

* Supports an environment of healing or wellness for patients which includes: addressing patient needs, following the plan of care as assigned or instructed by a licensed professional; and while carrying out role responsibilities, engages the patient and family in compliance with the treatment plan.
* Effectively contributes to the plan of care or treatment based on assigned tasks and patient/family input in collaboration with the healthcare team with a focus on the care continuum.
* Consistently implements all safety interventions to minimize risk in achievement of intended outcomes.
* Protects rights and dignity of patient.
* Maintains confidentiality adhering to HIPAA regulations and recommended privacy procedures.
* Participates in hourly patient rounding.
* Answers telephone and call lights promptly, professionally and notifies appropriate individual of need for follow-up.
* Resolves patient concerns or escalates to the charge nurse if unable to resolve patient concerns.
* Proactively offers assistance and comfort measures to patients and families.
* Present self in positive and professional manner and show sensitivity to concerns and needs of others.

Patient Centered Care

* Provides patient care under the direction of the RN.
* Provides patient care needs (ex. hygiene, nutrition, elimination, physical comfort measures) and additional advanced skills based on unit specific requirements (ex. phlebotomy, EKG, removal of foley catheters and removal of IVs).
* Answers telephone and call lights promptly, professionally and notifies appropriate individual of need for follow-up.
* Assist RN and other members of health care team with care delivery as assigned.
* Assist in direct patient admission.
* Monitors data entry for key patient safety information.
* Participates in charge reconciliation.
* Performs audits as requested.

Teamwork

* Supports initiatives of the Health care team.
* Participates in unit performance improvement initiatives.
* Supports professional nursing practice through shared leadership, evidenced-based practice and ethical accountability.
* Transports unit supplies, patient care supplies, medications and equipment as assigned.
* Practices accountability.

Communication

* Uses effective written and oral communication skills with patients, staff, physicians, family and visitors, i.e. AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explain, Thank you).
* Uses safety communication techniques, i.e. Ask a question, Request a change, Voice a concern, Use chain of command when necessary (ARRC).
* Communicates completion of assignment/duties to RN or Charge Nurse.
* Documents completion of patient care in EMR (Electronic Medical Record).
* Communicates patient care concerns/problems/emergencies to the RN or Charge Nurse in a timely manner. Real time communication is required.
* Uses positive and respectful communication with all members of healthcare team, patients and families.
* Maintains equipment i.e. blood pressure machines, glucometers, and other patient care equipment. When devices are not properly working sequester, tag, and report to appropriate personnel.
* Communicates with patient and updates white boards with information.
* Knowledgeable, maintains, and acts as unit expert regarding patient care documentation tools related to their role in the event of downtime.

Safety and Infection Control

* Provides a safe environment for the provision of patient care.
* Consistent use of proper hand hygiene.
* Keeps patient rooms and unit areas clean and free of clutter.
* Follows appropriate PPE/Infection control policies in between patient care and equipment usage.
* Reinforces the importance of universal precautions with patient and patients family.
* Utilizes proper body mechanics, patient safe handling devices (i.e. lifts, transfer equipment, etc.), and additional assistive devices (i.e. walkers, gait belts).
* Performs environment of care rounds.
* Excellence in Patient Experience by partnering with health care team, patient and family.
* Performs other duties as assigned
* Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education:

* High School Diploma or GED preferred



Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

* Basic Life Support (BLS) with the American Heart Association


* Cert Nurse Assistant-Preferred



Additional License(s) and Certification(s):

* Graduation from a State approved program for Certified Nursing Assistants or Patient Care Tech Program Upon Hire Preferred



Required Minimum Experience:

* Direct patient care experience is preferred



Required Minimum Skills:

* Ability to follow detailed directions.


* Strong interpersonal skills.


* Clear verbal and written communication, specifically ability to document.


* Ability to work individually and as part of a team.


* Wellstar minimum age of hire is 16.



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