Patient Care Assistant-FIT

Loma Linda • Murrieta, CA

5d • $26 - $32

About The Position

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA)-FIT is a member of the hospital-wide internal float pool serving multiple units and departments at Loma Linda University Health-Murrieta. PCA-FIT employees do not have a home-base unit; they function out of a home department and are scheduled and assigned according to organizational needs. The position supplements unit and department resources during high census fluctuations, leaves, and staffing needs. Employees must be flexible and willingly accept changing assignments and duties at the beginning of and throughout a shift as requested.

Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the PCA works as a proficient team member to provide direct and indirect, age-specific and developmentally appropriate care and help maintain a safe, comfortable, and healing environment. The PCA uses interpersonal skills to support excellent customer service, safe patient care, and professionalism, and contributes to a caring and cooperative environment for a culturally diverse workforce and patient population. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Loma Linda University Health is a faith- and values-based Christian institution. Candidates must understand and embrace its mission, purpose, and identity. The organization is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• Successful completion of an approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program, a Medical Assisting (MA) program, or School of Nursing Fundamentals.
• Knowledge of the scope of practice for unlicensed assistant personnel in healthcare.
• Ability to speak, read, and write legibly in English.
• Ability to use a computer, printer, and position-related software, including Outlook, an electronic medical record, and an electronic event reporting program.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot patient-care equipment required for the position.
• Ability to perform basic patient-care activities using proper body mechanics and safety precautions.
• Ability to communicate positively, effectively, and professionally; follow policies; remain calm and courteous under pressure; accept direction; collaborate with an RN to solve problems; and perform duties with supervision.
• Ability to perform basic math, manage multiple patient assignments, organize and prioritize workload, solve problems, recall information accurately, and pay close attention to detail.
• Sufficient hearing for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and ability to distinguish workplace sounds.
• Adequate vision to read computer screens, medical records, and other written documents needed for the position.
• Ability to discern temperature variances through touch and exhibit professional behavior at all times.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

• At least six months of nursing assistant or medical assistant experience.
• Ability to speak, read, and write Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect, age-specific and developmentally appropriate patient care under the direct supervision of an RN.
• Help provide a safe, comfortable, and healing patient environment.
• Accept changing assignments and duties as organizational staffing needs require, including during the shift.
• Supplement unit and department resources during census fluctuations, leaves, and staffing needs.
• Use interpersonal skills to support customer service, safe patient care, and professionalism.
• Contribute to a caring and cooperative work environment among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population.
• Orient and teach employees new to the PCA position.
• Perform other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed