Patient Care Assistant - Inpatient Psychiatry and Psychology
Mayo Clinic•Eau Claire, WI
•Onsite
About The Position
The Patient Care Assistant assists staff with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care which supports and complements nursing practice under the supervision of a registered nurse. The Patient Care Assistant carries out delegated skills 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.
- 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.
- 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
- CNA experience
- Completion of a Nursing Assistant training or equivalent preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assists staff with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care.
- Supports and complements nursing practice under the supervision of a registered nurse.
- Carries out delegated skills within those functions limited by law to unlicensed nursing personnel.
Benefits
- Basic Life Support certification will be included as part of the orientation program if not already obtained.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
