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As an integral part of the clinical care team, the Patient Care Associate is responsible for patient care and support activities promoting patient focused care within the Specialty Service. The Patient Care Associate supports the registered nurse in patient care activities, such as: assisting patient with activities of daily living, collecting specimens and performing procedures; maintaining a safe, clean environment; and other duties as needed.
Job Responsibility:
Functions as a member of a patient focused multidisciplinary care team
Participates in the patients admission and orientation to the unit, obtain and record data
Responsible for assisting patients with changing
securing of valuables
review of unit rules and regulations and providing orientation to room and unit
Assists with preparation and updating of the nursing care plan, interdisciplinary treatment team plan and assists with therapeutic interventions
Performs selected direct care duties including therapeutic intervention, taking of vital signs and other health related data, specimen collection, personal hygiene, activities of daily living, perform procedures/treatments, EKG’s, finger sticks and participation in house-wide ambulation and shower program as directed
Ability to organize the activities of multiple patients
Ability to function, communicate and collaborate in a team approach
Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent required
1-2 years current experience as a PCA/CNA preferred or Medical Assistant
Phlebotomy, Finger stick and EKG skills
Computer skills
BLS required (American Heart Association)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrates a professional, courteous, and respectful attitude in dealing with patients and families