Certified Patient Care Assistant PCA Preop Pacu

Banner Health; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$3,000 sign-on bonus

Job summary

Banner Health is seeking a Certified Patient Care Assistant (PCA) for the Perianesthesia department at BUMC Phoenix. The role covers preoperative and postoperative patient care, data collection, and supporting the nursing team in a fast-paced environment.

Eligibility includes high school diploma or GED, current BLS, and 12 months Banner experience. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is available for certified external PCA candidates recruited for this full-time position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Computer literacy and keyboarding skills required.
• 12 months Banner experience in the role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities and promote patient health.
• Collect vital signs and input/output data per policy.
• Report abnormalities to a licensed professional.
• Assist with procedures and provide supplies to staff.
• Perform receptionist/clerical duties to support operations.
• Maintain inventory of medical and office supplies.
• Transport patients when needed and participate in room turnover.
• Provide strong customer service to patients, families, and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

BLS certification

Tools

Patient ID scanners

Laptop computers

Job description

## Certified Patient Care Assistant PCA Preop PacuApply: BUMC Phoenix (1111 E McDowell Rd): Full time: Posted Yesterday: R4453805**Primary City/State:**Phoenix, Arizona**Department Name:**Perianesthesia -Hosp**Work Shift:**Day**Job Category:**Clinical Care# \\*\\*\\* $3,000 Sign-on Bonus for certified external PCA candidates\\*\\*\\* Explore and excel. At Banner, health care is a team effort. One might be surprised by the number of people who work behind the scenes and play a critical role in ensuring the best care for our patients. Apply today. We are honored to have earned Great Place To Work CertificationTM for a third year in a row. This recognition reflects the dedication, expertise and compassion of our team members, who make Banner Health a great place to work. BUMCP Perianesthesia is an outpatient and inpatient procedural department that cares for a diverse patient population ranging in age from 16 to Geriatric, with a variety of procedures being performed. Surgeries performed in the OR include but are not limited to: General, Robotics, GYN, Laparoscopic cases, ENT, Plastics, Podiatry, Urology, Orthopedic, OMFS, Neuro, Cardiovascular, and Trauma. This position cares for patients in the preoperative and postoperative settings, and recovers patients from other procedural areas, including MRI, Special Procedures, Endoscopy, and Cardiac Cath Lab. **SHIFT DETAILS****Employment Type:** Full-time**Hours per Week: 36 | 3'12s****Shift: 5:00 AM - 5:30 PM Monday - Friday**University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally recognized academic medical center. The world-class hospital is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical professionals. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve MagnetTM recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Phoenix campus, long known for excellent patient care, has over 730 licensed beds, several unique specialty units and is the new home for medical discoveries, thanks to our collaboration with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. Additionally, the campus responsibilities include fully integrated multi-specialty and sub-specialty clinics.POSITION SUMMARY: This incumbent provides routine patient care to promote patient comfort and contributes to the overall patient plan of care. This position is responsible for on-going patient data collection and documentation in the medical records. The position also performs a variety of support functions which contribute to the overall efficient operation of the nursing unit/department. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Assists with daily living activities and completes necessary tasks to promote patient health, including assisting patients with basic hygiene needs, maintaining an optimum level of mobility and providing assistance with nutritional intake as needed. 2. Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements in accordance with policy and standards of care. Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care. Assists in the transportation of patient specimens. 3. Recognizes and reports abnormalities and/or changes in the patient’s health status and responses to treatment to a licensed professional. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided. 4. Performs procedures and uses equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, consistent with demonstrated competencies and according to state scope of practice. Procedures may include blood draws, foley catheter removal, IV removal, EKGs and Health Unit Coordinator duties. Provides necessary supplies, support and assistance to clinical staff and patients for procedures, under the direct supervision of a licensed professional. 5. Performs receptionist/clerical duties to support overall operating efficiency and effective flow of communication and information throughout the department. Participates in the resolution of customer problems or collects necessary data and follows through to appropriate person for problem resolution. 6. Maintains adequate levels of office, dietary, and medical supplies and completes requisition forms when supplies need to be ordered. Reconciles supply order upon delivery. Monitors and tracks the use and whereabouts of electronic equipment such as patient ID scanners and lap top computers. Ensures that all are accounted for and in working order. 7. Based on area of assignment may assist with transporting patients, including pre-operative and immediate post-operative patients to critical care unit. Participates in room turnover. 8. Supports a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on customer service. Interacts with staff at all levels, as well as patients, families, and physicians. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Current BLS certification is required. Must possess excellent organizational skills, as well as effective human relations and communication skills. Computer literacy and keyboarding skills are required. In California: advanced skills are excluded. BSS team members must have 12 months Banner experience in the role. Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral or BUMG, BUMCT in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire. Employees working for Banner Home Care AZ must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working at BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Recent healthcare experience preferred. Working knowledge of medical terminology is preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred.