Patient Care Assistant, Adult Wound Care - FT/Days
MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award-winning medical groups – consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. We are committed to increasing access to patient-centric, affordable, and high-quality healthcare. Your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare's recognition as a market leader and innovator in value-based and other care models.
About the role
Under direct supervision of licensed personnel, the Patient Care Assistant is responsible for performing activities of daily living for patients and generally assisting with unit activities that support patient care in the Ortho/Neuro Unit at MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center. The Patient Care Assistant facilitates a safe, clean working environment and contributes to the health and safety of patients.
Responsibilities
- Under the supervision of licensed personnel, performs patient care activities as identified on Patient Care Assistant competency checklist.
- Recognizes and reports changing patient care needs to the registered nurse.
- Documents findings and maintains privacy in patient’s medical record in compliance with unit specific standards and systems.
- Provides emotional and physical comfort to patients and ensures a safe environment for patients.
- Responsible for maintenance of department equipment, reporting, and follow-up of equipment in need of repairs.
Requirements
- Experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
- Certified Nursing Assistants with 3 years of experience in an acute care facility or 5 years of experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility or sub-acute setting.
- Nursing students actively enrolled in a nursing program who have completed the first semester of the nursing program.
Qualifications
- A current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) certification is required.
- High school diploma or equivalency.
- Basic computer knowledge preferred.
Pay
Pay Range: $23.73/hr - $26.97/hr. Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities.
Benefits
Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high-quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.
Schedule
Full Time, Days (12hr).