Patient Care Assistant - Non-Benefit - PCA
About The Position
Location: The Patient Care Assistant will be hired to work at either the Saint Marys Hospital or Rochester Methodist Hospital Campus. The Patient Care Assistant assists patient care unit staff with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care, which support nursing practice under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. Carries out designated activities that are within those functions limited by law to unlicensed nursing personnel. 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.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age prior to start date.
- Must be able to read, write, communicate, and understand English.
- Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
- Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of 12 college credits -OR- High school diploma/ GED with successful completion of a Nursing Assistant training or equivalent preferred.
- Able to adapt to unpredictable situations within the patient care setting.
Responsibilities
- Assists patient care unit staff with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care
- Supports nursing practice under the direct supervision of a registered nurse
- Carries out designated activities that are within those functions limited by law to unlicensed nursing personnel
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
