Patient Care Associate - Oncology 8W/Neurology 8E
Core
Assists in the individualized care of patients in Oncology and Neurology units to achieve the highest level of wellness under the direction of RN or LPN.
Role type
Patient Care Associate / Patient Care Technician
Builds
Supportive care for patients undergoing chemotherapy, cancer treatment, end-of-life care, acute and chronic neurological conditions
Domain
Healthcare / Oncology / Neurology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Vital signs monitoring, patient mobility assistance, phlebotomy, enteral feeding administration, wound care, IV removal, tracheostomy care, suctioning, catheter care
Preferred skills
CNA/CPTC certification, BLS certification
Technologies
Electronic medical record systems
Responsibilities
Record vital signs and enter data into the electronic medical record; Assist patients with daily needs (meals, bathing, toileting, mobility); Perform phlebotomy and collect blood cultures; Administer enteral feedings; Provide wound care; Remove IVs and Foley catheters; Perform tracheostomy care and suctioning
Seniority
Entry-level, no prior experience required