Patient Care Associate - CVICU - FT - Days - JDCH

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 in the CVICU. The role 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 completion certification from a formal training program.
• Current qualifying BLS certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross, or an applicable employee grace-period credential.
• Complete EKG and phlebotomy competencies within six months of hire.
• Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• 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.
• Monitor patient status and response, and report abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Assist with transporting patients as needed.
• Assist patients with personal care and activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and eating.
• 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