Patient Care Assistant

About the role

The position is responsible for performing advanced indirect and selected direct patient care duties in support of the nursing process, under the direction of an RN. It also involves performing related clerical functions.

Responsibilities

• Delivers appropriate advanced indirect and selected direct patient care at a competent level as directed by a physician or registered nurse within the scope of hospital-approved PCA skills inventory according to the needs/age of the patient/population served.
• Collaborates with other members of the healthcare team to plan, expedite and promote quality patient care.
• Employs critical thinking skills when identifying and responding to abnormal findings, reporting such to the nurse immediately.
• Maintains simple drainage devices.
• Takes patient vital signs, performs blood glucose checks, performs EKGs, monitors intake and output, and maintains related records.
• Performs/assists with baths, assists patient in mobility, transports patients within the facility, and performs assigned treatments, as directed.
• Maintains equipment and patient rooms in orderly fashion.
• Serves as Unit Clerk and/or monitors patients as assigned.
• Ensures safe care to patients adhering to policies/procedures/standards of care, within budgetary specifications, including time management, supply management, and accuracy of practice.
• Promotes individual professional growth/development by meeting requirements for mandatory all-staff meetings/continuing education/skills competency; supports department goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor/mentor/resource to less experienced staff.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant, preferred.
• Current BLS certification, required.
• 2 years of work experience in an acute care hospital as a Nursing Assistant or currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program, required (this qualification is preferred for hires in Oklahoma).
• Demonstrated ability to perform duties with increased responsibilities.
• Ability to understand written instructions and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Demonstrated ability to perform duties requiring prolonged standing, walking, stooping, bending, and lifting.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English; written and verbal communication.

Skills

• Understanding of PPE protocols and universal precautions.

Benefits

• Night/Weekend shift differentials.
• 401K MATCH (100% vested day ONE!).
• Paid Referrals!

Pay

Details not specified.

Schedule

Shift days (7A-7P), Full-Time.