Patient Care Associate - 7 South (Neuro) - FT - Days - MRH

Memorial Healthcare

1d • 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. The position requires critical thinking, 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

• 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 an accepted provider or credential: American Heart Association BLS e-Card, American Heart Association BLS RQI e-Card, American Heart Association non-eCard certification, Grace-period BLS certification, 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.
• Assist patients with personal care and activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and eating.
• Monitor patient status and response, and report abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, or emotional condition to nursing staff.
• 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed