Patient Care Associate- PCA- Surgical & Orthopedic Unit-PT/Days
Core
Provide hands-on patient care and support to medical and post-operative patients in a surgical and orthopedic unit.
Role type
Patient Care Associate (PCA)
Builds
Patient wellness and comfort in a 30-bed Med/Surg unit
Domain
Healthcare / Surgical & Orthopedic
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Vital signs monitoring, Patient hygiene and ambulation assistance, Clerical support, BLS certification
Preferred skills
CNA/CPTC certification
Technologies
Electronic medical record
Responsibilities
Obtain and record vital signs, Assist patients with meals, hygiene, toileting, ambulation, and transport, Provide clerical support
Seniority
Entry-level, trainable