Patient Care Associate-PCA 6B TBD shift

Position

Patient Care Associate / Patient Care Technician

Department

Medical 6B

Hours / Shift

Full Time / TBD Days or Nights (12hr shifts) including every other weekend

Overview

Under the direction of the RN or LPN, assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patient s highest level of wellness.

Job Duties :

• Opportunity for advancement through career ladder to Patient Care Technician ( PCT ) and / or beyond.
• Responsibilities for Patient Care Associate PCA
• Obtain vital signs and document into the electronic medical records system
• Assist with patient care needs including, meals, bathing, toileting, ambulation, patient mobility, and transport.
• Clerical support duties, as needed.
• Responsibilities for Patient Care Technician PCT
• Patient Care Associate job duties.
• Phlebotomy / blood cultures
• Enteral Feeding
• Wound care
• IV / Foley removal
• Trach care / suctioning

Training :

Qualifications

Position requires individuals to push, pull, and / or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis

Key Mercy Benefits :

EEO / AA / Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans