Patient Care Associate, Float, Summer Temp Full Time, Day
Valley Health System
Summary
To assist the professional staff by participating in direct and indirect patient care and materials management and maintenance as directed by the professional staff and in accordance with approved policies and procedures.
Job description
Position Summary
To assist the professional staff by participating in direct and indirect patient care and materials management and maintenance as directed by the professional staff and in accordance with approved policies and procedures.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required. Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant and/or Patient Care Technician license/certification or enrolled in the second year of nursing school with the Fundamentals of Nursing course passed.
Experience
No previous experience required.
Skills
Qualifications may vary depending on assigned area. Must be able to perform work accurately with attention to detail within specified time periods, handle frequent interruptions, and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule. Ability to work cooperatively with members of the healthcare delivery team, staff, and co-workers. Ability to set priorities, solve problems, and respond quickly to emergency requests. Ability to communicate effectively (orally and in writing) and assist in meeting the patient care needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. BLS certified through American Heart Association.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant and/or Patient Care Technician license/certification, or enrolled in second year of nursing school with Fundamentals of Nursing course passed
- BLS certified through American Heart Association
- Ability to perform work accurately with attention to detail within specified time periods
- Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule
- Ability to work cooperatively with healthcare delivery team, staff, and co-workers
- Ability to set priorities, solve problems, and respond quickly to emergency requests
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Ability to assist in meeting patient care needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Group Term Life & AD&D
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Benefit Plans
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Whole Life Insurance
- Legal Support
- 6 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness Time Off
- Extended Illness
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Center Discount
- Day Care Discounts
Company overview
The Valley Health System is an integrated healthcare network serving Las Vegas and Southern Nevada, operating as a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS). Established in 1979, the system has grown to become the largest provider of healthcare services in Southern Nevada, serving over two million residents across the region. The network comprises six acute care hospitals, two specialty hospitals, seven freestanding emergency departments, and numerous outpatient facilities and physician practices. Key hospitals include Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center, Henderson Hospital, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Valley Hospital Medical Center, and West Henderson Hospital. The system offers comprehensive medical services including emergency care, cardiovascular services, neurosciences, maternity and women's health, orthopedics, oncology, behavioral health, and specialized programs in stroke and heart attack care. All Valley Health System hospitals are accredited by The Joint Commission and consistently earn national recognition for quality care, with certifications from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association. The organization employs over 9,000 healthcare professionals dedicated to providing patient-centered care while also serving as a teaching institution with graduate medical education programs and clinical training opportunities for future healthcare providers.