Patient Care Assistant to Licensed Nursing Assistant - PCU Day shift 36 hours/week at Brattleboro Memorial Hospital – Brattleboro, Vermont

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital /

Southern Vermont Health Services Corporation

Job Description

Job Title: PCA to LNA Scholarship

Job Code: 1998

Hours: 0600-1830 3x/wk

FTE: 0.9

Weekend Schedule: Every other weekend

Holiday Schedule: Rotating holidays

Call Schedule: No

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department Name: Progressive Care Unit

Location: Brattleboro, Vermont

PCA TO LNA – SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

At Brattleboro Memorial Hospital, we believe in investing in the next generation of healthcare professionals. That is why we're thrilled to announce our scholarship program for aspiring LNAs. This opportunity not only provides financial support for your education but also offers hands-on experience within our hospital environment to help you thrive.

This scholarship program includes:

Financial Support:

We understand that pursuing education can be costly. That is why we are offering a scholarship to help cover the expenses associated with becoming a Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA).

Work Experience:

As part of this program, candidates will have the opportunity to work within the hospital environment before starting their formal education. This hands-on experience as a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) will allow you to acclimate to the healthcare setting, learn from experienced professionals, and gain valuable insights into the day-to-day responsibilities of an LNA.

Guidance and Support:

Throughout the program, you will receive mentorship and support from our dedicated team of healthcare professionals. Whether it is guidance on coursework or advice on career development, we are here to help you succeed every step of the way.

DEPARTMENT SCOPE OF SERVICE

The Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is an acuity adjustable unit providing care to a diverse patient population requiring medical-surgical and telemetry levels of care. In addition, we see higher level of care patients, including but not limited to those on BiPap, titratable drips, or with hemodynamic instability requiring more frequent interventions and monitoring. The PCU is a 24/7/365 service with 25 beds. The team includes hospital medicine, care management, physical therapy and respiratory collaborating together to provide the best patient care possible.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent.

OSHA CATEGORY

OSHA Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities.

• Standing - Up to 1/3
• Walking - Up to 1/3
• Sitting - 2/3 or more
• Talking or Hearing - 2/3 or more
• Use of hands to finger, handle or feel - Up to 1/3
• Pushing/Pulling - None
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling - None
• Reaching with hands and arms - Up to 1/3
• Tasting or smelling - None

This position requires that weight be lifted, or force be exerted.

• Up to 10 pounds - 2/3 or more
• Up to 25 pounds - 1/3 to 1/2
• Up to 35 pounds - Up to 1/3
• Up to 100 pounds - None
• More than 100 pounds - None

This position has special vision requirements.

• Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
• Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position requires exposure to the following environmental conditions.

• Wet, humid conditions (non-weather) - None
• Work near moving mechanical parts - Up to 1/3
• Fumes or airborne particles - Up to 1/3
• Toxic or caustic chemicals - Up to 1/3
• Outdoor weather conditions - None
• Extreme cold (non-weather) - None
• Extreme heat (non-weather) - None
• Risk of electrical shock - None
• Work with explosives - None
• Risk of radiation - None
• Vibration - None

The typical noise level for the environment is:

• Very Quiet
• Quiet
• Moderate Noise
• Loud Noise

Hearing

• Ability to hear calls
• Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff/others

EEO/ADA STATEMENT

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources.

Compensation Disclosure in Accordance with Vermont Act 155

In compliance with Vermont Act 155, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides the compensation range for this position in good faith. The listed range represents the pay scale reasonably expected for a successful candidate based on factors such as relevant experience, education, internal equity, and market competitiveness. Final compensation will be determined during the hiring process.