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Patient Care Associate (PCA) Student Training

Patient Care Associate (PCA) Student Training

Bon Secours Mercy HealthGreenville, SC, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Patient Care Technician (PCT) Trainee St. Francis Downtown

The Patient Care Tech Trainee provides direct patient care under the guidance and oversight of the Registered Nurse or designated health care professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health. The Patient Care Tech Trainee program is a temporary nurse aid training program that enhances working clinical experience.

Essential Functions :

  • Provides basic patient care to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, and assists with mobility, including unit-based specialty duties.
  • Acts as a liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and / or concerns.
  • Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patients family, visitors, and employees.
  • Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care.
  • Participates in hand-off / report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.
  • Performs delegated tasks with oversight to gain training on competency aligning with education.

Licensure / Certification :

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)

    • Experience :

  • Recent experience in a healthcare environment, with a preference for the setting in which they are applying (preferred, not required)

    • Skills & Abilities :

  • Possesses problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner
  • Ability to be proactive in a rapidly changing environment
  • Knowledge of patient and healthcare safety standards, regulations and infection prevention
  • Use of clinical technology
  • Accountability for completion of assigned tasks and escalation of concerns as necessary

    • Bon Secours Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

    As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, youre part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

    What we offer :

  • Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
  • Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA / FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
  • Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, shot- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
  • Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

    • It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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