Patient Care Assistant Medical Surgical Wishart 2

Mayo Clinic • Eau Claire, WI

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About The Position

The skills and responsibilities of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) align closely with those of a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) and Patient Care Technician (PCT), making this a great opportunity for those with CNA experience. The Patient Care Assistant assists staff with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care which supports and complements nursing practice under the supervision of a registered nurse. The Patient Care Assistant carries out delegated skills that are within those functions limited by law to unlicensed nursing personnel.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age prior to start date
• Completion of 12 college credits -OR- High school diploma/GED with successful completion of a Nursing Assistant training or equivalent preferred
• Maintain current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Nice To Haves

• CNA experience
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the patient care setting

Responsibilities

• Assist staff with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care
• Support and complement nursing practice under the supervision of a registered nurse
• Carry out delegated skills within the functions limited by law to unlicensed nursing personnel

Benefits

• Basic Life Support certification included as part of the orientation program

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED