11a - 11pwith weekend requirements

BRISTOL HOSPITAL GROUP•Bristol, CT

6d•$17 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Associate (PCA) works as part of a med/surg telemetry nursing team and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to develop and carry out patient-centered plans of care. The role provides direct nursing care to a diverse patient population with varied medical conditions and post-surgical care needs, in accordance with Bristol Health policies, procedures, evidence-based protocols, and established competencies. PCAs follow standardized clinical pathways and perform direct care, diagnostic testing, patient transport, and documentation as directed by an RN. The position includes a dedicated preceptor and onboarding with continuing education, SIM lab, and support from a professional development specialist. The schedule is 36 hours per week, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., with weekend requirements. The position is based at Bristol Hospital Main Campus in Bristol, Connecticut.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and active CPR certificate.
Active CNA certificate, or one year of experience as a PCA, ED Tech, or CNA in acute or long-term care.
Good communication skills.
Alternatively, a third-year BSN student who has completed two clinical rotations, or a Medical Assistant or EMT.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions and communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
Mental flexibility to perform diverse patient-care duties.
Willingness to work 36 hours per week from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., including weekends, and to float or be reassigned as needed.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care under the direction of an RN and within established policies, procedures, standards of care, and competencies.
Assist patients with activities of daily living, lifting, moving, and ambulation, using appropriate body mechanics.
Assist with elimination and record output; provide nourishments and meal assistance as directed by the RN and record intake.
Observe patients and promptly report changes in condition to the RN.
Answer call lights promptly and relay information to appropriate staff.
Obtain and document vital signs as directed; accurately record intake and output interventions.
Prioritize patient care and unit activities; weigh patients and document according to policy.
Independently perform EKGs according to policy and perform phlebotomy as directed according to policy.
Work within the limitations of the PCA role and consistently refer to the critical pathway when rendering care.
Provide for patients’ and families’ psychological, emotional, and spiritual support in an empathetic manner, and act as a patient advocate.
Respond to colleagues’ requests within an acceptable time period and collaborate with team members and other disciplines to meet patient and family needs.
Safely transport patients throughout the facility.
Clearly, accurately, and promptly document patient care activities, safety measures, actions, and communications with patients and families.
Use Google Mail for Bristol Hospital communications.
Review assignments with the RN at the beginning of each shift to establish priorities and goals.
Orient and mentor new team members and follow universal precautions using appropriate personal protective equipment.
Float or accept reassignment to another department, unit, office, or location as needed.
Complete required orientation, annual Accucheck and Fire/Safety/Infection Control education, BLS renewal every two years, cross-training, hospital training programs, and applicable unit-based competencies.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision package
403(b) plan
PCA clinical ladder
Paid time off
On-site employee retail pharmacy
Dedicated preceptor and onboarding, including continuing education, SIM lab, and a professional development specialist

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