Patient Care Associate-PCA-Med/Surg-Full Time-Nights (36 hrs/wk)
Core
Assists Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses in providing individualized care to patients in a Medical/Surgical unit to achieve the highest level of wellness.
Role type
Patient Care Associate (PCA)
Builds
Patient care support services for patients with gastrointestinal disorders, oncology, UTIs, dehydration, pneumonia, COPD, wounds, and post-operative care.
Domain
Healthcare / Medical-Surgical Nursing
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Vital signs monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, ambulation support, electronic medical record documentation, lifting and moving patients, clerical support
Preferred skills
CNA/CPTC certification, BLS certification
Technologies
Electronic medical record systems
Responsibilities
Obtain vital signs and document in EMR; Assist with patient meals, bathing, toileting, ambulation, and transport; Provide clerical support; Perform designated clinical procedures under RN/LPN direction
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on support staff