What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Aide (PCA) position at Valley Hope?
Are you ready to join an organization where you can make an extraordinary impact, conquering addiction one patient and family at a time? If so, Valley Hope welcomes you!
Per CMS Interim Rule, all Valley Hope employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19 or receive an approved medical/religious exemption.
WHY JOIN VALLEY HOPE:
For over 50 years, Valley Hope has specialized in providing addiction treatment and recovery services to those in need. We meet our clients where they are with love, compassion and respect, and guide them towards a journey of Recovery. This is the Valley Hope Way!
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Valid and unrestricted driver’s license is required
- Available to work Tuesday - Saturday from 3PM-11PM
- Associate’s degree with an emphasis in nursing preferred.
- One (1) year of work experience in behavioral or healthcare work environment including direct patient care is preferred
- Work experience in substance abuse treatment facility.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification (upon hire or within 6 months of employment)
- Patient Care Technician Certification (PCTC) is preferred
COMPENSATION:
- Starting at up to $17.50/Hr. (based on education and experience)
Shift Differentials:
- Night: $5.00
- Weekend Night: $5.50
- Weekend Day: $1.00
BENEFITS:
- Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance
- Tuition Assistance – Up to $10K annually; $45K maximum benefit
- Student Loan Repayment
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
- 8 Paid Holidays (Including 1 Personal Holiday)
- PTO – Up to 22 Days per year based on years of service
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
- Health Saving and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- And much more!
JOB SUMMARY:
- Assists nursing staff in providing care for patients in accordance with identified treatment plans.
- Measures vital signs patients and monitors the health of patients.
- Assists patients with everyday needs.
- Communicates with nursing supervisors, nursing staff, and clinical staff regarding patients’ treatment and status.
- Records treatment activities and patient observations in patient records accurately and timely; completes paperwork requirements as needed in an accurate and timely manner.
- Transports patients as needed.
- Maintains a safe and sanitary environment applying infection control techniques and universal precautions.
- Adheres to all policies and procedures regarding patient information protection and HIPPA.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Residential treatment facility setting; requires walking throughout the facility and may require unloading of food/stock in temperature extremes.
- Able to work non-typical hours, which could include early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays; able to work overtime to the extent necessary.
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Salary : $18 - $10,000