Patient Care Associate SCI FT Nights

Trane Technologies • Detroit, MI

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About The Position

The Patient Care Associate (PCA) is a member of the patient care services team and performs technical, multi-skilled direct and indirect patient care activities. The PCA works under the supervision of a registered nurse, who delegates tasks based on patient needs and the PCA’s skills and abilities. Typical duties include addressing patient care needs and transporting patients, specimens, and supplies. The PCA reports deviations from expected patient parameters to the registered nurse.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduation from a school of practical nursing, or completion of a Certified PCA/PCT Program, Certified Nurse Assistant Program or equivalent training, Medical Assistant Program, EMT program, or phlebotomy training program.
• At least 2 years of work experience as a patient care associate or technician in an inpatient setting.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of direct patient care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical, multi-skilled direct and indirect patient care activities.
• Address patient care needs.
• Transport patients, specimens, and supplies.
• Report deviations from expected patient parameters to the registered nurse.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED