Patient Care Assistant - Colorectal-GYN-MS, Nights - PCA

Mayo Clinic; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical: Multiple plan options

Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement

Vision: National network

Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs

Retirement: Competitive retirement

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, AZ is hiring a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to assist nursing staff with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role requires understanding of age-specific patient needs and effective communication of patient status.

Flexible hours include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends. The position is nonexempt and involves rotating night shifts with a 3 x 12-hour schedule, including weekend shifts, to support

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Maintains BLS competency.

Responsibilities

• The PCA assists nursing staff with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, following the Arizona State Board of Nursing definitions. The incumbent communicates patient status and delegated tasks and works flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Block 1 Nursing / MA / NA or 6 months healthcare experience

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans - to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

City Phoenix
State AZ
Remote NO
Department Nursing

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) assists nursing staff with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care which support and complement nursing practice under the supervision of a registered nurse. At a minimum, the PCA carries out designated skills that are within those functions of a certified nursing assistant, as defined by the Arizona State Board of Nursing. The incumbent must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development through the life span and appropriately interpret information relative to the patient's age-specific needs. The PCA communicates data reflective of the patient's status and delegated tasks and/or functions. The incumbent works flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Basic Life Support certification is required upon hire and must be valid for 90 days or greater from start date.
• Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of Block 1 in Nursing OR Medical Assistant (MA) OR Nursing Assistant (NA) OR required 6 months of experience in the healthcare setting within the last year.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$18.93 - $25.59 / hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

72

Schedule Details

Nights Hours: 1900-0730 3 x 12 hour shifts per week

Weekend Schedule

Minimum of 4 & maximum of 5 weekend shifts (Friday/Saturday)

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.