Patient Care Assistant

Surgical Services Patient Care Assistant

The Surgical Services' Patient Care Assistant will be hired to work at either the Saint Marys Hospital or Rochester Methodist Hospital Campus. Schedules will be discussed during the interview process.

The Patient Care Assistant assists patient care unit staff with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care, which support nursing practice under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. Carries out designated activities that are within those functions limited by law to unlicensed nursing personnel.

The skills and responsibilities of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) align closely with those of a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) and Patient Care Technician (PCT), making this a great opportunity for those with CNA experience.

Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age prior to start date. Must be able to read, write, communicate, and understand English. Ability to follow written and verbal directions.

Additional Qualifications :

Completion of 12 college credits -OR- High school diploma / GED with successful completion of a Nursing Assistant training or equivalent preferred. Able to adapt to unpredictable situations within the patient care setting.

License or Certification :

If a candidate does not currently have their Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs : American Heart Association or American Red Cross the Basic Life Support, certification will be included as part of the orientation program. Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs : American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Please attach your school schedule if applicable.

Internal applicants should attach their three most recent performance appraisals.

Compensation range is $21.12 - $27.90 / hour based on union contract. Benefits eligible : Yes. Schedule : Full Time. Hours / Pay Period : 40-80. Schedule Details : Variable schedule including days / evenings / nights and either 8 and / or 12 hour shifts- available schedule options will be discussed during interview. Weekend Schedule : Available weekend scheduling options will be discussed during interview. International Assignment : No.