Patient Care Assistant - Perioperative | Part-Time, Day Shift
About The Position
Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri. They are committed to taking their team to the top and invite individuals ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do. The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) provides direct patient care under the general supervision of a licensed nurse (RN, LPN, shift manager). Phelps Health serves over 200,000 residents in south-central Missouri, is county-owned, non-tax supported, and overseen by a five-member elected board. It employs more than 1,900 people, including over 100 providers, and includes a hospital licensed for 240 patient beds, with its main campus and several clinics located in Rolla, Missouri, and additional clinics in Salem, St. James, Vienna, and Waynesville, Missouri.
Requirements
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) must be obtained within first 90 days of employment (BLS training is provided).
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED
- One year experience
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) through the state of Missouri
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 to provide patient care in an optimally safe environment.
- Provides basic patient care duties under the supervision of a licensed nurse such as, but not limited to: vital signs, glucometer checks, toileting, feeding, bathing, and activity measures, etc. Performs such 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 to ensure patient safety and enhance the patient’s experience.
- Documents all patient care activities accurately and to support the clinical decision making of other health care team members.
- Communicates pertinent patient information to appropriate team members in order to improve patient outcomes and quality care.
Benefits
- opportunities for growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
