Patient Care Assistant--Family Care Unit (Full Time 7a-7p)

University Medical Center • Lubbock, TX

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About The Position

The Family Care Unit is an exciting and unique nursing unit that provides care for women and newborns. Located in the UMC East Tower, the Family Care Unit consists of 44 large, private suites and a Newborn Procedure Area. The Family Care Unit (FCU) staff provide mother-baby care for new moms and babies (referred to as a couplet), as well as nursing care for other types of female patients. Additional patient populations served on the FCU consist of stable antepartum (pregnant), gynecology, Gyn-oncology and medical-surgical patients. Nurses gain knowledge and expertise in postpartum care, neonatal resuscitation, newborn assessment and care, and breastfeeding management/support. Additionally, the Family Care Unit nurses be knowledgeable and skilled in basic electronic fetal monitoring and nursing management of a variety of medical-surgical conditions. The Family Care Unit is an ideal place for nurses looking to optimize their clinical experience, time management, and critical thinking skills in a team-oriented environment.

Requirements

• Valid PCA certification through UMC or valid PCT certification if acting as an external applicant.
• Must maintain a current BLS certification from American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Providing basic patient care under the supervision of a nurse.
• Observing patients and recording vital signs.
• Performing EKGs and drawing labs.
• Conducting non-sterile dressing changes.
• Removing IVs and foley catheters.
• Reporting changes in patient conditions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: No Education Listed