Patient Care Assistant - Cardiac Medical Unit, 6N

Physical Requirements

• Able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Able to stand and walk for prolonged periods.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Able to push a stretcher/wheelchair with an average adult patient.
• Able to stoop, crawl, and kneel on occasion.
• Able to reach reasonably distances in any direction.
• Able to run in emergency situations.
• Able to move fingers in a coordinated manner.
• Able to feel and perceive temperature, texture, shape, and size with fingertips.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients carefully to alert the clinical staff of any changes.
• Ensure patients’ rooms are clean and tidy.
• Change cardiac monitor batteries at 7am.
• Document patient bedside rounds every two hours.
• Document patient vital signs every four hours.
• Perform daily glucometer quality control tests (night shift).
• Bathe patients daily.
• Replace EKG pads daily during baths.
• Change linens daily.
• Assist patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
• Obtain and document blood sugars for diabetic patients.
• Stock isolation caddies in halls and rooms for the next shift.
• Empty trash from assigned rooms as needed and before shift change.
• Answer call lights promptly.
• Initiate or continue pressure ulcer bundle and fall prevention protocols.
• Prepare rooms for admission.
• Update patient whiteboards daily.
• Perform daily bath on night shift.
• Provide fresh ice for dialysis/pre-procedural patients.
• Wipe down and stock vital sign machines for the next shift.
• Assist in the orientation of new staff.
• Accurately document care provided according to policies and procedures.
• Apply safety principles when performing care.
• Participate in cost-saving utilization of supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of high school education or equivalent.
• Approved previous experience in patient care or completion of in-service education classes.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
• BLS certification required or achieved within first 90 days of employment.