Job Description

This project is in the proposal stage, we’re awaiting to be awarded the contract

This position is in support of the County of Sarasota Florida to provide care for those with special needs who are displaced in the event of a largescale disaster. This position requires the individual to be able to respond to a disaster with in 24 hours of notice and to establish care with in 72 hours of notification. This is a post disaster mission and will require the individual to be onsite until conclusion of the operation.

The Care Assistant provides healthcare and support to patients in the medical facility. Duties include offering basic physical assistance to patients, feeding patients according to their dietary needs and recording vital signs. They will perform these duties under the supervision of an LVN/LPN or Nurse.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting patients as directed with daily activities.
• Stocking medical supplies.
• Monitoring vital signs and changing wound dressings.
• Preforming medical assessments of patients.
• Maintaining accurate patient records and updating them confidentially.
• Communicating with patients and their families, as well as other healthcare personnel.
• Clean and bathe patients or residents.
• Maintain patients’ hygiene and change bedding.
• Turn, reposition and move patients between wheelchairs, seats and beds.
• Serve meals and help patients eat their food.
• Listen to patients regarding any health concerns they might have and report details to a Registered Nurse or Medical Provider (MD, PA, NP).

This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above.

Qualifications

Experience Required:

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Cultural competency.
• Integrity and honesty.
• Experience with special needs populations (preferred, not required).

Education Required:

• Graduate from an accredited program for Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical assistants located in a State, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory.
• Minimum one year of professional experience as a licensed LVN/LPN in a hospital, medical office or residential setting.

Required Licenses / Certifications:

• Current, full and unrestricted licensed as CNA/ in the state in which the duty station is located.
• Basic Life Support.
• Current and valid driver's license.

Travel / Rotation Requirements:

• Travel to Sarasota upon notification.

Additional Information

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

Compensation| Min: $13hr Max: $21hr

International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws.

International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.