Patient Care Associate II (Emergency Department)
About The Position
The Patient Care Associate II works in the Emergency Department and provides direct patient care appropriate to patients’ age, culture, and developmental needs under the direction of the Professional Nurse. The role works closely with patients, providing physical assistance with activities of daily living and supporting patient safety. The position is part time, with a total of 20 hours per week, working a combination of 8- and 12-hour shifts. Shifts rotate among days, evenings, and nights; a steady night-shift schedule is available if preferred. Weekend and holiday coverage is required according to department guidelines.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Successful completion of a nursing assistant program, with proof of completion required; or nursing student who has successfully completed the first quarter or semester of nursing school; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Excellent bedside manner and customer service skills.
- BCLS.
- Successful completion of applicable clearances as outlined in Human Resources policy HR-106 within 90 days of commencing employment.
Nice To Haves
- Previous nursing assistant experience.
- CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant).
- Computer skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care under the direction of the Professional Nurse, appropriate to patients’ age, culture, and developmental needs.
- Assist patients with dressing, bathing, feeding, and toileting.
- Obtain and record vital signs.
- Provide catheter care and assist with bladder catheterization.
- Answer call lights.
- Assist patients with ambulation and turning.
- Help ensure patient safety.
- Perform technical skills that may include obtaining 12-lead EKGs, setting up respiratory equipment, monitoring multiple Point of Care tests, venipuncture, and transcribing orders.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
