Patient Care Assistant - Med/Surg

Job Description

As a Patient Care Assistant, you will work under the direction of a Registered Nurse to assist in delivery of patient care including personal hygiene and daily activities transporting patients and equipment, setting up and maintaining patient rooms, and reordering/stocking of supplies. Responsible for coordination of communications and procedures for the nursing unit, process electronic orders and assembling patient's charts and other necessities.

Work Schedule: 32 hrs weekly /0.8 FTE; Days (7:00am- 3:30pm) & Evenings (3:00 pm -11:30pm) with every other weekend rotation.


Required Qualifications:

• Must have one of the following:
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • HS Diploma in progress and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) on the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry
  • Equivalent work experience in lieu of HS diploma or equivalent may be considered
• Must have strong organizational, multi-tasking, and communication skills with a customer-service orientation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Demonstrates basic computers skills or the ability to achieve proficiency within 3 months.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with patients, visitors, and co-workers.
• Ability to independently initiate appropriate tasks within the scope of practice of the position.
• Ability to provide individualized care and respond to a variety of patient/family preferences.
• Ability to provide an exceptional patient experience utilizing strong customer service skills.
• Ability to set priorities and manage time effectively.
• Current BLS - American Heart Association or BLS - American Red Cross (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer & Health Care Provider)

Preferred Qualifications:

• CNA experience
• HUC or unit clerk experience
• Microsoft office experience
• Prior experience in acute care or hospital setting
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) on the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry
• Knowledge of pre and post-op surgical/orthopedic and general medical patients
• Knowledge and care in the use of all specialized orthopedic equipment
• Knowledge of routine order sets in Epic

About Us

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good - good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you'll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We're a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We're working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health As a HealthPartners colleague, we're committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.