Patient Care Assistant - Perioperative| Part-Time 0.4, Day Shift

Phelps Health

95d

About The Position

Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri. No matter where you start with us, we’re committed to taking our team to the top. If you’re ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family. Under the general supervision of a licensed nurse (RN, LPN, shift manager), the Patient Care Assistant (PCA) provides direct patient care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year experience and certification as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
• If uncertified or less than one year experience, must attend Phelps Health PCA Academy for training.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) must be obtained within first 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Follows established hospital policy regarding patient safety measures such as infection prevention, safe patient handling and movement, and notification of the licensed nurse when patient condition changes.
• Provides basic patient care duties under the supervision of a licensed nurse such as vital signs, glucometer checks, toileting, feeding, bathing, and activity measures.
• Performs actions within the guidelines established in hospital policy and procedure to support quality outcomes and patient safety.
• Works collaboratively with nursing staff to care for the basic needs of each patient and respond quickly to patient requests.
• Documents all patient care activities accurately to support the clinical decision making of other health care team members.
• Communicates pertinent patient information to appropriate team members to improve patient outcomes and quality care.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees