PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT - MOTHER/BABY - 7 EAST (Newport Beach, CA, US, 92617)

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian • Newport Beach, CA

370d • $20 - $32

About The Position

Under the direction of a licensed registered nurse, the Patient Care Assistant (PCA) assists in direct patient care by providing for activities of daily living (ADL), comfort, nutrition, and hygiene needs for the adult and geriatric patient. The Patient Care Assistant takes and records clinical measures, collects specimens, provides transportation, and maintains equipment and supplies. The PCA immediately informs the RN of any changes in patient condition and reinforces patient teaching as part of providing a safe patient-centered care environment. May assist with patient charts as needed. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a Nursing Assistant program or completion of the first semester of the RN program required.
• Conversant in English and experience in computerized charting required.
• Recent employment as a Nursing Assistant is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Current certification as a Nursing Assistant/CNA from the State of California, or completion of the First semester of Registered Nurse program or equivalent.
• Current BLS (American Heart Association) certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in direct patient care by providing for activities of daily living (ADL), comfort, nutrition, and hygiene needs.
• Take and record clinical measures and collect specimens.
• Provide transportation and maintain equipment and supplies.
• Inform the RN of any changes in patient condition.
• Reinforce patient teaching as part of providing a safe patient-centered care environment.
• Assist with patient charts as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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