Patient Care Asst (PCA) II - Emergency Services

Coshocton Regional Medical Center • Coshocton, OH

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About The Position

The Patient Care Assistant II (PCA II) is an unlicensed person who performs indirect care in the department setting. The PCA II monitors cardiac rhythms via direct cardiac monitor. The role may also assist patients with activities of daily living, provide basic nursing care to all patients, and help maintain a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the RN and within the scope of the Patient Care Assistant I (PCA I) job description, provided these activities do not distract from the primary responsibility of dysrhythmia monitoring.

Requirements

• Current certification in patient care, such as M.A., CNA, EMT, Paramedic, or Patient Care Tech.
• Possess knowledge of medical terminology.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current BLS (AHA) certification within 30 days of hire and maintain current.

Nice To Haves

• Current Dysrhythmia Interpretation Certificate upon hire and maintained current.
• Six months of previous experience as a Monitor Technician.
• Current Phlebotomy certification upon hire.
• Current EKG certification upon hire.
• Minimum six months of previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office.

Responsibilities

• Monitor cardiac rhythms via direct cardiac monitor.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, as needed.
• Provide basic nursing care to patients, as needed.
• Assist in maintaining a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the RN, without detracting from dysrhythmia monitoring.

What This Job Offers

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