Patient Care Assistant - Cardiovascular, PCU - PCA

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care.
• Supports and complements nursing practice under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Carries out designated skills within the functions of a certified nursing assistant, as defined by the Arizona State Board of Nursing.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development through the life span and interprets information relative to the patient's age-specific needs.
• Communicates data reflective of the patient's status and delegated tasks or functions.
• Works flexible hours, including days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Basic Life Support certification is required upon hire and must be valid for 90 days or greater from start date.
• Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency.
• Prior experience in a healthcare setting preferred, with 6 months of experience within the last year.
• Completion of Block 1 in Nursing, Medical Assistant (MA), Nursing Assistant (NA), or 6 months of experience in the healthcare setting within the last year.