Patient Care Assistant II - Per Diem

Prime Healthcare•Harlingen, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Medical Surgical PCA II. A Med Surg PCA II will assist with patient care by supporting daily activities, mobility, feeding, and vital signs while monitoring for any changes. Additionally, the Med Surg PCA II will help nurses by maintaining supplies, assisting with wound care, and ensuring a clean, safe environment. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Current Certification in Patient Care required (M.A. / CNA / EMT / Paramedic / Patient Care Tech, etc.)
Current BLS (AHA) certificate within 30 days of hire and maintain current
Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.

Nice To Haves

Current Dysrhythmia Interpretation Certificate upon hire and maintain current preferred.
Six months previous experience as Monitor Technician preferred.
Current Phlebotomy certification upon hire, preferred.
Current EKG certification upon hire, preferred.
Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) like bathing, dressing, and toileting
Help with mobility, including turning, repositioning, and transferring patients to prevent skin breakdown, you may also feed patients who need assistance and monitor intake/output
Take and record vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration), observe and report changes in a patient’s condition to nurses, you may also help with wound care under the direction of an RN
Stock and maintain supplies in patient rooms, ensure the environment stays clean and safe
Assist in transporting patients within the hospital