Patient Care Assistant (PCA) / Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) - Med Surg

Olmsted Medical Center • Rochester, MN

449d • $39,770 - $59,634

About The Position

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) / Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) role at Olmsted Medical Center involves providing direct patient care and support within a medical-surgical unit. This position is essential for ensuring patient safety and comfort, collaborating with healthcare teams, and maintaining a well-organized environment for patient care. The PCA/HUC will work under the supervision of registered nurses and assist in various patient care activities, documentation, and communication with patients and staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of nursing assistant program or previous experience.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Previous hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works under the direct supervision and instruction of the RN to provide direct patient care activities.
• Provides direct patient care for patients of all ages, including personal care and hygiene, vital signs, and ambulation.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to provide patient care.
• Documents patient care appropriate to role in the patient chart.
• Reports directly to supervising RN/LPN or department charge nurse.
• Positions self in room at the bedside to maintain constant visual observation of patients requiring close observation for safety.
• Assists in the setup, takedown, and cleaning of equipment.
• Maintains patient room order and keeps rooms adequately stocked.
• Assists with the transport of patients as needed.
• Functions as a health unit coordinator.
• Communicates in a professional manner with patients and colleagues.
• Advocates for the patient at all times.
• Maintains organizational competencies and nursing competencies pertinent to job title and area of work.
• Manages information in accordance with state and federal requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED