CNA/PCA - Med Surg - Full Time - Days
About The Position
The CNA/PCA works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and Nurse Manager/Director to provide personal care to patients and maintain their environment, including care for patients requiring special precautions. The role performs specified tasks for which competency has been validated, such as simple wound care, EKGs, peripheral INT removal, basic phlebotomy, and extremity splinting. The individual must provide age-appropriate care, demonstrate knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan, and follow departmental policies and procedures. The position also promotes and maintains a safe work environment for staff and patients, incorporating national patient safety initiatives. This is a full-time day-shift role with 12-hour shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and work every other weekend.
Requirements
- Meet at least one of the following upon hire: hold a CNA credential; hold an EMT-B license; have graduated from a Medical Assistant program; or be currently enrolled in an LPN or RN nursing program with at least 80 hours completed.
- BLS certification is required upon hire.
- Ability to provide care appropriate to the ages of patients served and demonstrate knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan.
- High school diploma or GED is preferred.
- One year of prior healthcare experience in a hospital setting is preferred.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED.
- One year of prior healthcare experience in a hospital setting.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate knowledge of the technology systems used to collect patient data in the EMR.
- Follow the plan of care and perform treatments and procedures competently and independently under the direction of an RN, as applicable to unit and facility competency requirements. Procedures may include vital signs, ice application, compresses, EKGs, blood draws, and specimen collection.
- Complete required clinical and quality documentation accurately and consistently in accordance with RHS standards and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure necessary equipment, instruments, and supplies are available to support positive patient outcomes.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work and patient environment by cleaning work areas and equipment, stocking supplies, and returning equipment to proper storage areas.
- Follow direction from the charge nurse to assist with timely and efficient patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.
- Provide personal care and maintain patients' environments, including for patients requiring special precautions.
- Perform validated tasks such as simple wound care, peripheral INT removal, basic phlebotomy, and extremity splinting.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
