Patient Care Associate - 3 South (Telemetry) - FT - Nights - MHP

Memorial Healthcare•Pembroke, MA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of an RN, performs basic patient care and other related technical and clinical support activities. At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Requirements

Six (6) month patient care experience required if no prior experience.
Completion of patient care training.
EKG and phlebotomy competencies are required within 6 months of hire date.

Nice To Haves

ACCOUNTABILITY
CUSTOMER SERVICE
ORGANIZATION SKILLS (4)
PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE
PATIENT SAFETY - ANCILLARY/SUPPORT
PROBLEM SOLVING
RESPONDING TO CHANGE
STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Responsibilities

Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and eating
Assists with keeping patient rooms/areas stocked, clean and orderly.
Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including but not limited to: monitoring vital signs, EKG testing, phlebotomy, taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.
Must maintain requirements of the Clinical Ladder.
Monitors patient status and response; Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
Assist with transporting patients, as needed.