Summer Only PCA
About The Position
Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Patient Care Assistant/CNA! This position is for any acute care/medical-surgical areas at the Waterloo/Cedar Falls Medical Center location. Areas include: 2 General: Cardiac/Nephrology Unit 3 General: Post Surgical Unit 4 General: Orthopedics/Neurology Unit All unit colleagues will float depending on patient census. As a Patient Care Assistant at MercyOne, you will work collaboratively with the health care team to provide outcome/goal-based patient care. Observes and reports the patient’s response and progress to interventions. Adheres to MercyOne's performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of MercyOne. Schedule: This role is for the summer only, running from June through August. General Requirements: Supports the team in identifying patient needs and implementing the outcome/goal-based plan of care. Assists the patient care team in the delivery of care. Communicates relevant clinical information to others to optimize patient outcomes/goals. Performs unit-based functions as assigned
Requirements
- Verification (by transcript or certification) of successful completion of one of the following: Nurse Aide I Course Nursing Fundamentals Course Nurse Aid Competency Test Successful completion of the Trinity Nursing Assistant Program (TNAP) Successful completion of the Competency Test, Iowa Emergency Medical Technician Certification
- Requires the ability to read, write and understand the English language, and communicate effectively with patients, visitors, staff and physicians while performing their job duties.
Nice To Haves
- Nurse Aide II - Advanced Course is preferred and may be provided post-hire.
Responsibilities
- Supports the team in identifying patient needs and implementing the outcome/goal-based plan of care.
- Assists the patient care team in the delivery of care.
- Communicates relevant clinical information to others to optimize patient outcomes/goals.
- Performs unit-based functions as assigned
- Observes and reports the patient’s response and progress to interventions.
- Adheres to MercyOne's performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of MercyOne.
Benefits
- Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
