Health Care Associate (HCA) - Progressive Care Stroke Unit - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital - 8se

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

This is a collective bargaining position.

Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

 

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

Provides direct patient care under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated health care professional under federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides basic patient care to include, but is not limited to, care and comfort, record vital signs, personal care and hygiene, and mobility, including unit-based specialty duties. 
• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes or concerns to the nurse
• Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patient's families, visitors, and all employees
• Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care
• Uses professional, verbal, and written communication skills at all times

Patient Population

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.  
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

SHIFT/SCHEDULE

• Full Time: Scheduled for 36 Weekly Hours
• Shift Time: 7am - 7pm
• This position will have scheduled shifts every other weekend

Education Qualifications

• Preferred Education: High School Diploma or GED

Licensing/Certification

• Licensure/Certification Required: State-tested Nurse Assistant, completion of HHA/Nursing Assistant Training class, 1+ year of aide experience in a clinical setting, completion of HCA training related to acute care setting or Nursing Student with First Clinical Rotation complete.  BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum Years and Type of Experience: Preference for recent experience in acute care and/or long-term care facility
• Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Basic computer skills
• Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred: Experience providing patient care or working in a specialty area in a hospital setting.

Working Conditions

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
• May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids. *
• May be required to use physical restraints.
• May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials. * 
• May have periods of constant interruptions.
• Other: Works overtime as needed.

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. 

What we offer
•    Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
•    Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
•    Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
•    Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
 

Department:

Progressive Care Stroke/Peds 8Se - St. Elizabeth

It is our policy to abide b