Job Summary
The Behavioral Care Assistant plays a crucial role in delivering direct patient care that is tailored to specific age groups under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. This position involves assisting with personal hygiene and tracking vital signs, while also prioritizing patient safety through vigilant behavioral observation and consistent safety checks.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care that meets age-specific requirements.
- Assist patients with personal hygiene needs.
- Monitor and record vital signs accurately.
- Ensure the safety of patients through observation and conduct regular safety rounds.
- Adhere to one-to-one precautionary measures to promote a safe environment.
Qualifications
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification or equivalent knowledge in nursing fundamentals is required.
- Preferred candidates should possess at least six months of relevant experience.
- A Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is mandatory.
- Completion of a Managing Assaultive Behavior (MAB) course is required within ninety days of employment.
Loma Linda provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
