Patient Care Associate -PCA - Surgical & Orthopedic Unit - FT/Days
Core
Assists Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses in providing individualized care to patients in a surgical and orthopedic unit to achieve their highest level of wellness.
Role type
Patient Care Associate (PCA)
Builds
Patient care and support services for surgical and orthopedic patients
Domain
Healthcare / Surgical & Orthopedic
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Vital signs monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, ambulation support, clerical support, lifting up to 50 lbs
Preferred skills
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification, enrollment in a healthcare career program
Technologies
Electronic medical record systems
Responsibilities
Obtain and record vital signs, assist patients with meals and toileting, support patient ambulation and transport, provide clerical support
Seniority
Entry-level, trainable