Patient Care Assistant - Med/Surg Cardiac Unit

Lifepoint Health • Florence, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

North Alabama Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network. As a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. North Alabama Medical Center, opened its doors in 2018, as the replacement facility for Eliza Coffee Memorial Hospital, in Florence, Alabama. North Alabama Medical Center serves as a regional facility with more than 200 physicians on staff who represent more than 42 specialty areas of medicine. Our 31-bed Cardiac Unit provides specialized, high-acuity care for patients experiencing acute coronary syndrome, heart failure, and complex arrhythmias. The team manages patients throughout the continuum of care, including pre- and post–cardiac catheterization procedures, and administers and monitors cardiac drips. This fast-paced unit offers a collaborative environment where clinicians build strong cardiac care expertise while delivering safe, evidence-based, patient-centered care.

Requirements

• Requires Critical thinking, decisive judgment, ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment; rapid learning and navigation of multiple software systems; effective English communication (read/write/speak); ability to complete the Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire.
• BCLS required

Nice To Haves

• High School diploma preferred.
• SRNA or EMT preferred.
• Handle with Care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care as delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possible blood glucose measurements, and accurate intake/output recording.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).
• Observes and promptly reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.
• Maintains clean, safe, and well-stocked patient rooms and common areas.
• Manages the tech desk and supports nursing/physician staff and overall department throughput.
• Documents care and activities per unit standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned; participates in performance improvement and required education.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED