Patient Care Associate -Recovery Room-FT- Days 6am-2:30pm -MRH

Memorial Healthcare

4d • 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 in the recovery room. The role involves assisting patients with personal care and activities of daily living, performing delegated clinical tasks, monitoring patient status, and reporting changes to nursing staff. The position is located in Hollywood, Florida, and is listed as full-time with a 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. schedule; the posting also lists the shift as evenings.

Requirements

• No degree or other education is required.
• At least three months of patient care experience demonstrating the ability to perform basic patient care, or completion of a formal training program.
• BLS certification from an accepted provider or program: American Heart Association e-Card, American Heart Association RQI e-Card, American Heart Association non-e-Card, Grace employee grace period, or Red Cross certification.
• EKG and phlebotomy competencies must be completed within six months of hire.
• Requires critical-thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able 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, measuring blood glucose, and recording intake and output.
• Monitor patient status and response and report abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed