Certified Nurse Assistant, CNA II
About The Position
The Patient Care Assistant II (PCA II) is an unlicensed person who performs indirect care in the department setting. The PCA II monitors cardiac rhythms via a direct cardiac monitor. The role may also assist patients with activities of daily living, provide basic nursing care to patients, and help maintain a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the RN and within the scope of the Patient Care Assistant I (PCA I) job description, provided these activities do not distract from the primary responsibility of dysrhythmia monitoring. Central Maine Medical Center is part of Central Maine Healthcare, an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine. CMMC is a 250-bed, not-for-profit regional referral hospital in Lewiston.
Requirements
- Current certification in patient care, such as M.A., CNA, EMT, Paramedic, or Patient Care Tech.
- Current BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintained as current.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Nice To Haves
- Current Dysrhythmia Interpretation Certificate upon hire and maintained as current.
- Six months of previous experience as a Monitor Technician.
- Current Phlebotomy certification upon hire.
- Current EKG certification upon hire.
- At least six months of previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office.
Responsibilities
- Monitor cardiac rhythms via a direct cardiac monitor.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, as needed.
- Provide basic nursing care to patients, as needed.
- Assist in maintaining a safe environment under RN direction and supervision, within the PCA I scope and without distracting from dysrhythmia monitoring.
Benefits
- Comprehensive, competitive benefits package with options to customize benefits to individual needs.
- Resources, programs, and voluntary options supporting individual growth and well-being.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
