Patient Care Assistant (Full-Time Days, 7A-7P)

The Hospitals of Providence•El Paso, TX

20h

About The Position

The Patient Care Assistant performs advanced indirect and selected direct patient-care duties in support of the nursing process under the direction of a registered nurse, along with related clerical functions. The role requires knowledge of growth and development across different life cycles and the ability to provide care appropriate to the patient’s needs and age. The assistant provides care within the hospital-approved PCA skills inventory, collaborates with the healthcare team, and uses critical thinking to identify and promptly report abnormal findings. Duties include taking vital signs, checking blood glucose, performing EKGs, monitoring intake and output, maintaining records and simple drainage devices, preparing patients for procedures, assisting with daily care and mobility, and supporting unit operations. The position is full-time on the day shift, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., at a 23-bed small-format hospital.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current BLS certification.
Two years of work experience in an acute care hospital as a Nursing Assistant, or current enrollment in an accredited nursing program. This qualification is preferred for hires in Oklahoma.
Ability to understand written instructions and perform basic mathematical calculations.
Demonstrated skills for the assigned specialty area, function, or procedures.
Demonstrated ability to perform duties with increased responsibilities.
Ability to perform duties requiring prolonged standing, walking, stooping, bending, and lifting.
Basic knowledge and understanding of PPE protocols and universal precautions.
Fluency in English, including written and verbal communication.
For Pennsylvania candidates: Act 33 Child Abuse History Clearance and Act 73 FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Clearance completed within the last five years, or obtained before the start date.

Nice To Haves

Certified Nursing Assistant.

Responsibilities

Provide advanced indirect and selected direct patient care within the hospital-approved PCA skills inventory and as directed by a physician or registered nurse.
Collaborate with healthcare team members to plan, expedite, and promote quality patient care.
Identify abnormal findings using critical thinking skills and report them immediately to the nurse.
Maintain simple drainage devices; take vital signs; perform blood glucose checks and EKGs; monitor intake and output; and maintain related records.
Perform skin preparations and prepare patients for procedures as directed.
Answer call bells; prepare patients for meals; prepare meals and feed patients; perform or assist with baths; and assist with patient mobility.
Transport patients within the facility and perform assigned treatments as directed.
Maintain equipment and patient rooms in an orderly fashion and perform housekeeping duties for patient rooms.
Perform assigned computer data entry and serve as Unit Clerk and/or monitor patients as assigned.
Provide safe care in accordance with policies, procedures, and standards of care, including budgetary specifications, time management, supply management, and accuracy of practice.
Meet requirements for mandatory all-staff meetings, continuing education, and skills competency.
Support department goals and serve as a preceptor, mentor, or resource to less experienced staff.