OverviewAssistant-Patient Care Job Code: 22027FLSA StatusJob Family: NURSINGJob Description Title: Assistant-Patient CareJob SummaryProvides personal care assistance to patients under the direction of licensed personnel. Performs other duties as assigned.Job Responsibilities
- Performs direct patient care duties as assigned under the direction of licensed nursing personnel.
- Assists in the performance of procedures for the patient population served in a manner that is consistent with established policies and procedures.
- Provides for patient safety.
- Participates in ongoing educational activities.
- Completes assigned goals.
SpecificationsExperienceDescription Preferred/DesiredMinimum Required EducationDescription Minimum Required: Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties.Preferred/DesiredTrainingDescription Minimum Required Preferred/DesiredSpecial SkillsDescription Minimum Required: Computer literacy.Preferred/DesiredLicensureDescription Minimum Required: BLS within 14 days of hire.Preferred/DesiredReporting RelationshipsDoes this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.Reporting Relationships: NoWork EnvironmentFunctional DemandsLabel Short Description Full DescriptionSedentary Very light energy level Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cartLight Moderate energy level Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)Medium High energy level Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)Heavy Very high energy level Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer.Functional Demands Rating: MediumActivity Level Throughout WorkdayPhysical Activity Requirements – Sitting: OccasionalPhysical Activity Requirements – Standing: ContinuousPhysical Activity Requirements – Walking: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders): OccasionalPhysical Activity Requirements - Carry objects: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements – Twisting: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements – Bending: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl: OccasionalPhysical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation: OccasionalPhysical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion: OccasionalPhysical Activity Requirements - Taste or smellPhysical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear: ContinuousSensory RequirementsColor Discrimination: YesNear Vision: AccurateFar Vision: AccurateDepth Perception HearingEnvironmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens: AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements – Chemical: Not AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases: AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures: Not AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements – Radiation: Not AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations: Not AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels: Not AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter: Anticipated