Patient Care Assistant
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Job DescriptionWhat Patient Care Assistant, PCA will do:Respond to patient call lights for assistance or by roundingObtaining vital signs from patientProvide or assist patients with personal hygiene including showers, oral hygiene and dressing/undressingTransports patients as needed for procedures, transfers or dischargeMaintains a clean and uncluttered environment in patient roomsObserves patient's condition and progress (or lack of progress) toward defined outcomes, in collaboration with the RN.Performs other related duties as assigned.What Patient Care Assistant, PCA *will need: *High School diploma or equivalentOne of the following: Certified Nursing Assistant, 6 months experience as a Patient Care Assistant or Nurse Technician in an acute care setting, completion of 1 clinical semester in nursing school, or completion of the MHSM PCA training program upon hire.BCLS certification obtained within one week of hire.Well developed communication skills, both written and oralAble to communicate effectively with individuals and groups representing divers perspectivesArticulates and demonstrates commitment to the philosophy, values, mission and vision of the organizationDelivers patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, and policies and procedures in collaboration with the RN.*Highlights: *Magnet designated facility with active shared decision making councils.? We continuously strive to improve outcomes and provide exceptional experiences for our patients, staff, and communityComprehensive benefit packages available including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B and education assistanceWe serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.