Patient Care Assistant II (PCA) - Central Support
About The Position
Under the direct supervision of a licensed care practitioner, the Patient Care Assistant II provides and documents clinical care and associated tasks as assigned. Applies appropriate age and developmental approach in application of care. Regularly performs a supportive role to physicians nurses and families in the delivery of patient care by assisting patient care delivery team with emergency calls and clinical communications and performing admission discharge and transfer workflows. Responds to emergency codes by performing appropriate protocols and identifying, initiating and using vital resources. Prepares and maintains patient medical record on the clinical unit including the medical record discharge process. Enters compiles and reviews reports in a timely and accurate manner. Performs administrative duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Proven experience as PCA
- Committed to health & safety
- Well-organized
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Positive and conscientious demeanor
- Strong ethics
- High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent
- BLS for Healthcare Providers issued by the American Heart Association
- Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant program OR Completion of a Certified Medical Assistant program OR Completion of a Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program OR Enrolled in a Registered Nurse program AND completed at least 1 clinical acute hospital rotation
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- The Bernardy Center requires a current Certified Nursing Assistant certification
Nice To Haves
- Associate's Degree
- Completion of a RN/LVN pediatric rotation
- More than one-year previous healthcare or unit clerk experience
- Bilingual preferred
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
