Patient Care Associate Emergency Dept
Core
Assists in the individualized care of patients to achieve their highest level of wellness under the direction of RN or LPN in the Emergency Department.
Role type
Patient Care Associate (PCT)
Builds
Direct patient care support in Emergency Department
Domain
Healthcare / Emergency Medicine
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Phlebotomy, blood cultures, enteral feeding, wound care, IV/Foley removal, trach care, suctioning
Preferred skills
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA), Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT)
Technologies
None
Responsibilities
Perform designated clinical procedures including phlebotomy, wound care, and suctioning; assist with non-clinical support tasks; work cooperatively as part of a team.
Seniority
Entry-level, training provided