Healthcare Support Occupation
Actalent
Job Title: Healthcare Support
Job Description
We are seeking dedicated healthcare support professionals to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing essential care and support to patients, ensuring their well-being and safety at all times. This role requires a high level of attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Responsibilities
+ Attend meetings, orientation, and trainings as directed by charge nurse and management.
+ Clean and tidy rooms, ensuring all areas and items are labeled as per policy and maintained every shift.
+ Serve meals in a timely fashion and report any changes in dietary intake to the Charge Nurse.
+ Answer call bells promptly.
+ Ensure safety at all times by practicing prevention through observation, correcting environmental problems, and using protective devices as ordered. Follow emergency, fire, and disaster procedures.
+ Report any items to be ordered, repaired, or missing to the Charge Nurse.
+ Document care provided on the appropriate forms during and at the end of each shift.
Essential Skills
+ Knowledge of medical terminology.
+ Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification from an accredited program.
+ At least 6 months of experience working in a similar setting.
+ High customer service and communication skills.
+ Ability to follow directions and report back to the charge nurse.
+ High attention to detail and patience.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ High School Diploma or equivalent.
+ Proficiency with computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
+ Experience with patient care and medical record keeping.
+ Customer service experience in a healthcare setting.
Work Environment
This position is based in a short-term care facility in Windham, CT, catering to 20-30 patients a day. The work environment is collaborative, with a strong emphasis on teamwork. The schedule includes two shifts: Day Shift (7am-3pm, four 8-hour days) with every other weekend at a $1/hr weekend differential, and Second Shift (3pm-11pm, four 8-hour days) with a $1/hr shift differential and an additional $1/hr weekend differential for every other weekend. Benefits include health, vision, dental, 401k, sick leave, and growth opportunities.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.50 - $23.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Windham,CT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 2, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
+ Hiring diverse talent
+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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