Role: The Care Partner provides supportive patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, focusing on enhancing patient experience, assisting with daily living activities, and performing basic clinical tasks.
Responsibilities:
- Partner with healthcare team to deliver patient-centered care, ensuring safety, confidentiality, and dignity.
- Perform essential tasks such as hygiene, nutrition, mobility, vital signs, and advanced skills like phlebotomy or Foley catheter removal based on unit needs.
- Assist with patient admissions, data entry, and unit supply management.
- Support team initiatives, participate in performance improvements, and transport supplies and medications.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff, documenting care in electronic records and ensuring safety protocols.
- Maintain infection control standards, proper body mechanics, and a safe environment.
Qualifications & Skills:
- High School diploma or equivalent; rising seniors in related fields preferred.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and work effectively both independently and within a team.
Additional: Certifications in Certified Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Tech are preferred. Must adapt to fast-paced environments, handle stress compassionately, and work collaboratively to support patient care.