Patient Care Assistant - Float Pool, Nights - PCA
About The Position
The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) assists nursing staff with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care that support and complement nursing practice, under the supervision of a registered nurse. At a minimum, the PCA performs designated skills within the functions of a certified nursing assistant as defined by the Arizona State Board of Nursing. The role requires knowledge of growth and development across the life span and the ability to interpret information relevant to patients’ age-specific needs. The PCA communicates information reflecting patient status and delegated tasks or functions. Flexible hours may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire; certification must be valid for at least 90 days from the start date, and BLS competency must be maintained.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of Block 1 in Nursing, or qualification as a Medical Assistant (MA) or Nursing Assistant (NA), or at least six months of healthcare-setting experience within the last year.
- LNA or CNA qualification preferred.
- One year of inpatient experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist nursing staff with delegated direct and indirect patient-care tasks under the supervision of a registered nurse.
- Perform designated skills within the functions of a certified nursing assistant as defined by the Arizona State Board of Nursing.
- Apply knowledge of growth and development across the life span and interpret information according to patients’ age-specific needs.
- Communicate information reflective of patient status and delegated tasks or functions.
Benefits
- Multiple medical plan options.
- Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Affordable vision plan with a national network.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for eligible expenses.
- Competitive retirement package.
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
