Patient Care Assistant II
Central Maine Medical Center•Lewiston, ME
About The Position
The Patient Care Assistant II (PCA II) is a certified person who performs direct care in the department setting. The PCA II maintains current patient care certification and assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to patients, and helps maintain a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the RN, provided the activity does not distract from the primary responsibility for dysrhythmia monitoring.
Requirements
- Current certification in patient care, such as M.A., CNA, EMT, Paramedic, or Patient Care Tech.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Nice To Haves
- Current Dysrhythmia Interpretation Certificate upon hire and maintained as 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
- Assist patients with activities of daily living.
- Provide basic nursing care to patients.
- Assist in maintaining a safe environment under RN direction and supervision without distracting from the primary responsibility for dysrhythmia monitoring.
Benefits
- The company offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package with options employees can customize to their needs.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
