Patient Care Assistant- PCU
About The Position
Under the direction and supervision of an RN, the Patient Care Assistant provides basic nursing care for an assigned group of patients. Patient populations vary by unit and may include adolescents and adults, high-risk patients, maternity patients, newborns, children, toddlers, patients receiving emergency or surgical services, and adults and families receiving care for emotional problems. Care is provided by clinically competent staff appropriate to the unit and patient population. The position also requires completing established competencies within the designated introductory period and performing other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association upon hire; obtain American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.
- Obtain Non-Violent Crisis Intervention within 60 days of hire or transfer to the position.
Nice To Haves
- Satisfactory completion of a Nurse Assistant, EMT, Paramedic, or Medical Assisting course.
- Six months of experience in the healthcare industry and/or knowledge of basic medical terms and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Provide basic nursing care to an assigned group of patients under the direction and supervision of an RN.
- Complete established competencies for the position within the designated introductory period.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts
- Healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program
- Employee discount program
- Voluntary pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, and auto and home insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
