PCA/ Nurse Assistant - Stepdown/Trauma - La Jolla
About The Position
The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) is a key member of the clinical care team and provides excellent service to patients. The role assists patients with personal needs and activities of daily living, collects data, and helps ensure patients have a safe, organized environment. The PCA assists with patient care within the permitted scope and under the direction of a clinician. The position also supports the unit with patient logistics, clerical tasks, equipment and supply duties, and charge reconciliation. This is a full-time position at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, with 72 hours per two-week pay period. The schedule consists of 12-hour day shifts on variable days, including rotating weekends and holidays.
Requirements
- One year of recent experience working under the license of a licensed healthcare provider, or current enrollment in or completion of Nursing Assistant training from a recognized school, or current enrollment in an RN program with completion of the second semester, including nursing fundamentals.
- Ability to speak, read, and follow instructions in English.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a service aptitude.
- Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
- One year of patient-related experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with personal needs and activities of daily living.
- Collect patient data.
- Help maintain a safe, organized environment for patients.
- Assist with patient care within the permitted scope and under a clinician’s direction.
- Support the unit with patient logistics, clerical duties, equipment and supply tasks, and charge reconciliation.
Benefits
- Transitional and professional development programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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