PCA - 6.2 Med/Surg

Yale New Haven Health • New London, CT

3d

About The Position

Under the delegation and supervision of an RN, the PCA provides clinical support with basic nursing care and patient monitoring to promote the general welfare and safety of patients. The role supports patient care and the smooth operation of the department or unit, while following the organization's values of integrity, patient-centered care, respect, accountability, and compassion.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing assistant program or equivalent; equivalent may be defined as a student nurse.
• Nurse aide certification or equivalent required; equivalent may be defined as a student nurse.
• BLS certification required.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of one year of medical/surgical or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic patient care, including AM and PM care, toileting, peri-care, emptying and rinsing drainage devices, feeding, measuring and recording intake and output, and making beds, under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Take and record vital signs, oxygen saturation, blood pressure, and weight.
• Perform selected procedures, including specimen collection, urine testing, Hematest, Gastrocult, enemas, application of ice collars or caps, and post-mortem care.
• Apply simple dressings to areas of potential skin impairment after a licensed staff member has assessed the skin.
• Maintain clean and orderly patient-care, storage, pantry, and utility areas; distribute water pitchers; and set up room equipment for admissions.
• Orient patients to the unit, secure patient valuables, and respond promptly to call lights with necessary assistance.
• Monitor and communicate changes in patient condition, IV solution leakage, and other problems with treatments or devices.
• Assist with incentive spirometry reinforcement after nursing instruction and reapply displaced oxygen equipment, except CPAP.
• Keep the RN informed about work status and availability for additional assignments.
• Move and lift patients, support the multidisciplinary team with range-of-motion exercises, and provide patient escort assistance as needed.
• Perform the patient observer role when assigned.
• Meet performance expectations for customer service, teamwork, resource utilization, and staff and self-development.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed to support smooth department or unit operations.

What This Job Offers

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