Patient Care Support Specialist

About the job

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

SCP-Sutter Center for Psychiatry

Position Overview:

Participates in the patient/family care and experience through teamwork, effective communication, and skills under the direction of an RN. Provides support to ensure both the psychiatric and physical care of the patients are met. PATIENT CARE.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

• HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience
• Completion of a certification course for Nursing Assistant preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• 1 Prior experience in a psychiatric or mental health facility in the delivery of direct patient care as is typically acquired in 1 year.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of basic nursing aide functions, such as assisting with activities of daily living, obtaining vital signs, and documentation of observations.
• Under the direction of the RN priorities and manages multiple demands in an ever changing environment.
• Has the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to obtain patients vital sign, assist with activities of daily living and documentation of observations made.

Job Shift:

Varied

Schedule:

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Every other Weekend

Benefits:

No

Unions:

Yes

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

0

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $25.75 to $32.80 / hour The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.