Patient Care Associate -IMCU-FT- Nights-MHW
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 the Intermediate Care Unit. The role includes monitoring patients and reporting changes to nursing staff, assisting with activities of daily living, and helping maintain patient areas. The position is based in Pembroke Pines, Florida, and is a full-time night-shift role. The work requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Three months of patient care experience demonstrating the ability to perform basic patient care, or completion of a formal training program, is required. EKG and phlebotomy competencies must be completed within six months of hire. Employment is subject to a post-offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.
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 the American Heart Association or Red Cross, in the accepted e-card or non-e-card format.
- EKG and phlebotomy competencies required within six months of hire.
- Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work 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, blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.
- Monitor patient status and response, and report abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, or emotional condition 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
