Patient Care Associate-PCA - Surgical & Orthopedic Unit- PRN- Shifts Vary
Core
Assists Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses in providing individualized care to surgical and orthopedic patients 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 Unit
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Vital signs monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, ambulation support, transport assistance, clerical support, lifting up to 50 lbs
Preferred skills
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification, Phlebotomy, wound care, IV/Foley removal, tracheostomy care
Technologies
Electronic medical record systems
Responsibilities
Obtain and record vital signs in the electronic medical record; Assist patients with meals, hygiene, toileting, ambulation, and transport; Provide clerical support as needed; Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks
Seniority
Entry-level, trainable