Patient Care Associate (PCA) - 2A Progressive Care Unit (Nights) FT

Adena Health • Chillicothe, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Associate (PCA) provides high-quality, direct patient care to an assigned group of patients on the Progressive Care Unit. Care includes activities of daily living, safe patient handling, measuring and documenting intake and output, Foley removal, external urinary catheter management, telemetry monitor setup, blood glucose monitoring, oxygen setup, and other tasks delegated according to scope of practice and skill set. The position may also provide clerical support to the care team and facilitate communication with care providers and visitors, in person or by telephone. The PCA works collaboratively with the patient, family, and other care team members, and partners with the RN to achieve optimal outcomes. The role has access to confidential patient information and requires communicating with team members about care provided. Daily work is performed under the direct supervision of a Patient Care Coordinator, Registered Nurse, or Assistant Nurse Manager, and indirect supervision of the Nurse Manager or Director.

This is a full-time position on the 2A Progressive Care Unit in Chillicothe, working three 12.5-hour night shifts per week from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. Every third weekend is required. Hourly pay is based on years of experience and education.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or STNA.
• Carry out daily activities under the direct supervision of a Patient Care Coordinator, Registered Nurse, or Assistant Nurse Manager, and indirect supervision of the Nurse Manager or Director.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to an assigned group of patients, including activities of daily living.
• Use safe patient handling equipment.
• Measure and document patient intake and output.
• Perform Foley removal and manage external urinary catheters.
• Set up telemetry monitors and oxygen.
• Monitor blood glucose.
• Complete 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 patients, families, and care team members, including the RN, to support optimal outcomes.
• Communicate with team members regarding care provided to assigned patients.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Healthcare plans, including an EPO plan with strong coverage and low deductibles when using Adena Care.
• Retirement match of 3.5%, with an automatic 1% annual increase.
• PTO 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: High school or GED