Patient Care Assistant - Intermediate Care IMC - University Hospital

USA Health•Mobile, AL

18h

About The Position

USA Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for Intermediate Care (IMC) at University Hospital. USA Health provides advanced medical care, education, and research to communities in Mobile and the surrounding area. The position supports patient care under assignments from registered or licensed practical nurses, helping patients with daily living activities and monitoring and documenting aspects of their care. The role also includes maintaining clean, stocked patient areas, assisting with patient admissions, discharges, and transfers, operating unit equipment, and completing related duties as required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association upon hire.
Compassion, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced healthcare setting.
Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
Basic computer skills for electronic medical recordkeeping.
Ability to work well within a team and follow supervisors' directions.
A comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the stated requirements.

Responsibilities

Receive verbal and written assignments from an RN or LPN.
Assist patients with activities of daily living.
Report changes in patient condition and skin conditions to an RN or LPN.
Maintain clean, neat, and stocked areas and patient rooms.
Clean equipment between each patient use.
Operate unit equipment as required and run unit errands as needed.
Assist with and accompany patients on admission, discharge, and transfer.
Answer patient call lights promptly.
Keep hallways clear of equipment.
Distribute water and ice.
Maintain 24-hour urine collections and perform catheter checks.
Take and record blood glucose measurements, vital signs, and weight.
Record accurate intake and output, including NG, chest tube, ostomy bag, and Foley output.
Sign or initial documentation and document patient turns and repositioning.
Assist with completion of the daily flow sheet.
Respond to overhead pages.
Participate in orientation of new employees as assigned.
Adhere to current infection control and safety standards.
Access and accurately maintain electronic and paper medical records.
Maintain regular and prompt attendance and work the defined schedule, including overtime as required.
Complete mandatory department, educational, and hospital requirements.
Perform related duties as required or assigned.