PCA/ Nurse Assistant - Encinitas - Medical Acute 2 West - Nights

Scripps Health • Encinitas, CA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas is seeking a self-motivated Patient Care Assistant for its 36-bed Medical Acute 2 West unit, which primarily serves post-operative and oncology patients. The role assists patients with activities of daily living, takes vital signs, performs EKGs, and collaborates with the care team to provide exceptional patient care. The position is benefit-eligible and full-time at 72 hours every two weeks, working 12-hour night shifts from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. on varied days, including weekends and a holiday rotation.

Requirements

• One year of recent experience working under the license of a licensed healthcare provider, or current enrollment in or completion of Nursing Assistant training from a recognized school, or current enrollment in an RN program with completion of the second semester, including nursing fundamentals.
• Ability to speak, read, and follow instructions in English.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a service aptitude.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care provider.

Nice To Haves

• One year of acute care experience.
• Multiple patient care skills.
• CNA certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent service to patients as a key member of the clinical care team.
• Assist patients with personal needs and activities of daily living, collect data, and ensure patients have a safe, organized environment.
• Assist with patient care within the permitted scope and under the direction of a clinician.
• Support the unit with patient logistics, clerical duties, equipment and supplies, and charge reconciliation.
• Perform vital signs and EKGs.

Benefits

• Benefit-eligible position.
• Transitional and professional development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed