Patient Care Associate-Rehabilitation- FT-Days- MRH

Memorial Healthcare

9d • 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 in a rehabilitation setting. The role requires critical-thinking skills, 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

• 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 certification from a formal training program.
• A qualifying BLS credential is required; listed options include American Heart Association BLS e-card, BLS RQI e-card, non-e-card BLS certification, BLS Grace, or Red Cross BLS certification.
• 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 in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

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.
• Monitor patient status and response, and report abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Assist patients with personal care and activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and eating.
• Assist with transporting patients as needed.
• Help keep patient rooms and areas stocked, clean, and orderly.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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