Patient Care Assistant (PCA) - BH IP Unit

Lifepoint Health • Muscle Shoals, AL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

North Alabama Shoals Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network. As a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. North Alabama Shoals Hospital is a full-service hospital staffed by a group of compassionate caregivers and a dedicated medical staff. Our focus is on quality and patient satisfaction.

Requirements

• High School Diploma (or equivalent).
• Current BLS certification, can be obtained after hire

Nice To Haves

• Geriatric experience preferred, particulary from a nursing home or acute care setting.
• PCA/DCA , SRNA, or EMT Experience preferred but not required
• Handle with Care preferred
• Interest in phlebotomy is a plus, and the facility offers phlebotomy training with an additional pay incentive.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care as delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possible blood glucose measurements, and accurate intake/output recording.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).
• Observes and promptly reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.
• Maintains clean, safe, and well-stocked patient rooms and common areas.
• Manages the tech desk and supports nursing/physician staff and overall department throughput.
• Documents care and activities per unit standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned; participates in performance improvement and required education.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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