Patient Care Associate - Telemetry - Per Diem -PT- Days-MRHS

Memorial Healthcare

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of an RN, the Patient Care Associate performs basic patient care and related technical and clinical support activities. The role requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and appropriate action in a stressful environment. Candidates must have at least three months of patient care experience demonstrating basic patient-care ability or have completed a formal training program. EKG and phlebotomy competencies must be completed within six months of hire.

Requirements

• No degree or other education is required.
• At least three months of patient care experience demonstrating the ability to perform basic patient care, or completion of a formal training program.
• EKG and phlebotomy competencies are required within six months of hire.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision and take appropriate action in a stressful environment.
• A qualifying BLS credential is required; listed credentials include American Heart Association BLS E-Card, BLS RQI E-Card, non-E-Card BLS certification, Grace-period BLS certification, or Red Cross BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, EKG testing, phlebotomy, measuring blood glucose, and recording intake and output.
• Help keep patient rooms and care areas stocked, clean, and orderly.
• Assist patients with personal care and activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and eating.
• Transport patients as needed.
• Monitor patient status and response, and report abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, or emotional condition to nursing staff.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed