Patient Care Assistant II - Med/Surg

Coshocton Regional Medical Center • Coshocton, OH

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About The Position

The Patient Care Assistant II (PCA II) is an unlicensed team member who performs indirect care in the department setting. The PCA II monitors cardiac rhythms using a direct cardiac monitor. The role may also assist patients with activities of daily living, provide basic nursing care, and help maintain a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the RN. These activities are performed within the scope of the Patient Care Assistant I job description, provided they do not distract from the primary responsibility of dysrhythmia monitoring.

Requirements

• Current certification in patient care, such as M.A., CNA, EMT, Paramedic, or Patient Care Technician.
• Current BLS (AHA) certification within 30 days of hire and maintain it current.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Current Dysrhythmia Interpretation Certificate upon hire and maintained 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 direct cardiac monitor.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, as appropriate.
• Provide basic nursing care to patients.
• Assist in maintaining a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the RN.
• Perform PCA I-scope activities only when they do not distract from dysrhythmia monitoring.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED