Patient Care Associate - 6 North (IMCU/Telemetry) - FT - Nights -MRH

Memorial Healthcare

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of an RN, performs basic patient care and other related technical and clinical support activities. At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience. Deeper Caring. Smarter Healthcare.

Requirements

No Degree or any other education earned (Required)
BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE), BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS)
Three (3) months of patient care experience demonstrating the ability to perform basic patient care or certification of completion from formal training program required.
EKG and phlebotomy competencies are required within six (6) months of hire date.

Responsibilities

Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including but not limited to: monitoring vital signs, EKG testing, phlebotomy, taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.
Monitors patient status and response; Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
Assist with transporting patients, as needed.
Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and eating.
Assists with keeping patient rooms/areas stocked, clean and orderly.
Additional duties as assigned.