Patient Care Associate- 6 West

About the Role

Assists nurses with direct and indirect patient care activities. Prepares patient rooms for occupancy after discharge. Additional responsibilities include blood draws and EKGs.

Responsibilities

• Observes patient's mental, emotional and physical conditions and reports any changes to the nursing staff.
• Performs non-critical medical and therapeutic procedures based on medical instructions as directed by nursing staff.
• May perform special procedures as required and directed (i.e., blood draws/EKGs).
• Conducts regular patient rounds and meets with patient’s family members when required.
• Collects test specimens and performs laboratory analysis as directed by nursing staff.
• Answers patient calls and determines how best to help them.
• Provides physical support for patients with daily activities and personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, getting out of bed, using the toilet, walking, standing, or exercising.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a Nurse Assistant Certification Program or equivalent.
• BLS issued by American Heart Association or Red Cross Certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six (6) months recent experience as a Nurse Assistant in an acute care setting preferred.
• Completion of phlebotomy course or equivalent experience preferred.

Schedule

Full-time

• Daily Work Times: 7:00 pm - 7:30 am
• Hours Per Pay Period: 72
• Weekends: Yes