CCU Patient Care Assistant

Overview

We are seeking a C CU Patient Care Assistant II, sometimes referred to as a Coronary Care Unit (CCU) Nurse Aide, Patient Care Partner (PCP) or a C CU PCA. Our Coronary Care Unit Patient Care Assistant (C CU PCA) supports the CCU nursing team by providing direct patient care for critically ill patients. The C CU PCA will assist with daily activities, monitor patient status, and help ensure a safe, efficient environment for both patients and clinical staff.

Shifts

Available: Days
Hours: 12-hour shifts – 7:00am to 7:00pm / every other weekend

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

Responsibilities

• Assist CCU nurses with patient care such as bathing, repositioning, vital signs, intake/output, and mobility
• Monitor and report changes in patient condition, behavior, or equipment alarms
• Perform advanced skills allowed at the PCA II level (often EKGs, glucose checks, catheter care, wound care assistance, etc., depending on hospital policy)
• Stock and maintain supplies, equipment, and patient rooms to support ICU workflow
• Assist with transporting patients, preparing rooms for admissions, and supporting emergency response situations
• Document care accurately in the electronic medical record and communicate effectively with the care team

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Current BLS (AHA) or within 30 days of hire and maintain current
• Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office (a plus)
• Phlebotomy certification (a plus)
• EKG certification (a plus)

Benefits

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

Equal Employment Opportunity

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