PCA- 3A Med Surg (Days) FT

Adena Health • Chillicothe, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Associate (PCA), Student Nurse, or Unit Secretary provides high-quality direct care to an assigned group of patients and may also provide clerical support to the care team. The role works collaboratively with patients, families, and other care team members, and partners with the RN to achieve optimal patient outcomes. The position has access to confidential patient information and is responsible for communicating with team members about care provided to assigned patients. Daily activities are performed under the direct supervision of a Patient Care Coordinator, Registered Nurse, or Assistant Nurse Manager, and the indirect supervision of the Nurse Manager or Director.

The position is based in the 3A Med Surg - Renal department in Chillicothe. It is full-time at 90%, with three 12.5-hour day shifts per week from 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM, including every third weekend. On-call duty is not required. Hourly pay is based on years of nursing experience and education.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality direct patient care to an assigned group of patients.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Use safe patient handling equipment.
• Measure and document patient intake and output.
• Remove Foley catheters and manage external urinary catheters.
• Set up telemetry monitors and oxygen.
• Monitor blood glucose.
• Perform tasks delegated according to scope of practice and skill set.
• Provide clerical support to the care team as needed.
• Facilitate communication among care providers and visitors, in person or by telephone.
• Collaborate with the patient, family, and care team, including the RN, to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Communicate with team members about care provided to assigned patients.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Healthcare plans, including an EPO plan with stronger coverage and lower deductibles when using Adena Care
• Employer-funded retirement match of 3.5%, with an automatic 1% annual increase
• Paid time off that grows with tenure
• Tuition assistance and education support
• Emerging leader and leadership development programs
• Skill-building and lateral career opportunities

What This Job Offers

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