PCA - 4.1 Neuro

Yale New Haven Health • New London, CT

2d

About The Position

Under the delegation and supervision of an RN, the Patient Care Assistant (PCA) provides clinical support with basic nursing care and patient monitoring to promote the general welfare and safety of patients. The role supports the YNHHS Vision, Mission, and 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; a student nurse may qualify as equivalent.
• Nurse aide certification or equivalent required; a student nurse may qualify as equivalent.
• BLS certification required.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse; move and lift patients and make beds.
• Perform selected procedures, including specimen collection (VRE swabs, urine, stool, and non-induced sputum), urine testing, Hematest, enemas, application of ice collars or caps, and post-mortem care.
• Orient patients to the unit and secure patient valuables; respond promptly to call lights and provide necessary assistance.
• Monitor and communicate changes in patient condition.
• Maintain clean and orderly patient-care, storage, pantry, and utility areas; distribute water pitchers and set up room equipment to prepare for admissions.
• Keep the RN informed of work status and availability for additional assignments.
• Provide patient escort assistance as needed.
• Perform patient-observer functions as requested.
• Meet performance expectations for customer service, teamwork, resource utilization, and staff and self-development as outlined in performance reviews.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the department or unit.
• Reattach and discontinue telemetry units.

What This Job Offers

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