Patient Care Assistant (Student Nurse)
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Job Description
About the Company
Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system comprising over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities across 19 states. Their Mission, Vision, and Values guide all operations, empowering associates to contribute positively to their communities. Ascension careers are viewed as opportunities to enhance both personal lives and the lives of others.
Ascension Sacred Heart, a part of the Ascension system, is a prominent provider of high-quality healthcare to children and adults in South Alabama and Northwest Florida communities. It uniquely operates Northwest Florida’s only children’s hospital. This faith-based ministry offers caregivers opportunities for professional and personal growth across various specialties, including cardiology, brain and spine, pediatrics, women’s health, orthopedics, and cancer care.
Ascension is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing EEO to all associates and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and any other legally protected status. They are also a military-friendly organization, promoting career flexibility and offering various benefits to support military families, spouses, veterans, and reservists, empowering them to apply their military experience and unique perspectives to their civilian careers.
Job Description (Detailed)
This role is for Float Staffing within the Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast hospital in Destin, Florida. The schedule is PRN Rotating shifts.
Responsibilities:
Under the direct supervision of a nurse, the individual will provide nursing care following the healthcare organization’s established policies, procedures, and protocols. Key responsibilities include:
• Completing assigned nursing orders as directed by a preceptor, which involves assisting patients with activities of daily living and taking vital signs.
• Observing patient status and responses, and accurately documenting and reporting these observations to the preceptor or other relevant staff.
• Assisting the preceptor in developing patient care plans by reporting test results and patient observations.
• Performing other assigned tasks, which may include environmental services duties and preparing/transporting patients for diagnostic services.
Requirements:
• Licensure / Certification / Registration:
• BLS Provider certification is required within 1 month (30 days) of the hire date or job transfer date. Both American Heart Association and American Red Cross certifications are accepted.
• Nurse Aide certification is preferred.
• Education:
• A High school diploma/GED is required.
• Candidates must be accepted or enrolled into a Nursing program upon the date of hire/transfer and be prepared to begin classes within 90 days of the hire/transfer date.
Benefits (subject to eligibility and variation by position):
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Various health insurance options & wellness plans
• Retirement benefits including employer match plans
• Long-term & short-term disability
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Parental leave & adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities to give back to the community
Compensation for this role will vary based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, and the salary range at the time of the offer.
