Patient Care Assistant, PCA - 4 East FT (Nights)

Licking Memorial Health Systems • Newark, OH

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About The Position

Under the assessment and supervision of a Registered Nurse, and in accordance with established policies and procedures, the Patient Care Assistant performs patient care activities to assist health care providers with technical and clinical procedures in the patient care area.

Licking Memorial Health Systems is a nonprofit healthcare organization serving Licking County. The organization describes its mission as improving community health and well-being through patient safety, state-of-the-art technology, and compassionate care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write, and follow verbal or written instructions.
• Maintain CPR certification.
• Obtain and maintain electronic medical record documentation skills.
• Work independently and professionally.
• Obtain and maintain proficiency in 12-lead ECG testing.
• May be required to complete annual education related to specialty certifications and standards.

Nice To Haves

• STNA, NA, or MA licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely lift, transfer, and transport patients to inpatient beds and to and from ancillary departments.
• Collect, perform, and document urine and glucometer tests and associated quality controls.
• Collect, label, and enter specimens obtained.
• Perform one-to-one monitoring of restrained, suicidal, combative, and other high-risk patients when requested by an RN or physician.
• Obtain vital signs and weights.
• Document appropriately in the electronic medical record.
• Enter work orders in the computer.
• Stock supplies at the bedside.

What This Job Offers

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