Patient Care Associate - Ortho/Trauma- FT - Nights- MRH

Memorial Healthcare

1d • 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 position is based in Hollywood, Florida, on the Ortho/Trauma service and works nights. The role requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. EKG and phlebotomy competencies must be completed within six months of hire.

Requirements

• Three months of patient care experience demonstrating the ability to perform basic patient care, or certification of completion from a formal training program.
• BLS certification from an accepted issuer: American Heart Association e-card, American Heart Association RQI e-card, American Heart Association non-e-card, Grace employee grace period, or Red Cross.
• EKG and phlebotomy competencies required within six months of hire.
• Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and take appropriate action in a stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic patient care activities 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 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, and emotional condition to nursing staff.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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