Patient Care Specialist - Primary Care Today

Mayo Clinic•Red Wing, MN

About The Position

The Patient Care Specialist (PCS) provides direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN) and accepts delegation from care team members: physicians, advanced practice providers, RN, LPN, MA in meeting the needs of the patient/family. The direct care role includes providing care, collecting and documenting patient care data and communicating information to patients, families, and care team members. In the indirect patient care role, the PCS supports the unit by helping to maintain the environment of care and performing unit-based clerical duties. The PCS demonstrates strong organizational skills and teamwork. A commitment to continuous learning, quality, and excellence are important components of this role. Utilization of multiple computer applications is required. This role will work with patients throughout the life span with multiple conditions.

Requirements

Strong organizational skills
Teamwork skills
Commitment to continuous learning, quality, and excellence
Proficiency in multiple computer applications
Ability to work with patients throughout the life span with multiple conditions

Responsibilities

Provides direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN).
Accepts delegation from care team members: physicians, advanced practice providers, RN, LPN, MA.
Collects and documents patient care data.
Communicates information to patients, families, and care team members.
Supports the unit by helping to maintain the environment of care.
Performs unit-based clerical duties.
Demonstrates strong organizational skills and teamwork.
Commits to continuous learning, quality, and excellence.
Utilizes multiple computer applications.