Patient Care Assistant - Fayette Part time Only

DCH Health System; Fayette (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to deliver compassionate care and support services under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role involves assisting patients with daily activities, measuring vital signs, and ensuring a safe environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and the ability to obtain BLS certification. This position offers a fulfilling opportunity to contribute to patient comfort and healing in a supportive healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Requires approved previous experience in patient care or completion of in-service education classes.
• Candidates with patient care experience or enrolled in a nursing program preferred.
• Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides personal care services under supervision of a registered nurse.
• Measures and records vital signs and assists with patient mobility.
• Documents care provided according to policies and procedures.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient support

Documentation

Safety principles

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

The PCA provides compassionate personal care and support services under the supervision of a registered nurse, assisting patients in achieving physical and emotional comfort and healing.

Responsibilities

Provides all personal care services in accordance with the plan of treatment assigned by the registered nurse, including but not limited to:

1. Measuring and recording intake and output
2. Measuring and recording vital signs, oxygen saturation, weight, and height
3. Positioning, lifting, and turning patients
4. Applying/utilizing special equipment
5. Assisting with use of bedpan, urinal, or commode
6. Ambulating the patient
7. Pre-operative and post-operative care
8. Applying/removing anti-embolism stockings and SCD devices
9. Providing perineal care, vaginal irrigations (non-sterile), and sitz baths
10. Administering non-medicated enemas
11. Applying heat and cold therapy
12. Caring for incontinent patients
13. Providing skin care for immobilized patients
14. Emptying colostomy bags
15. Placing patients on cardiac monitors
16. Feeding patients
17. Collecting, labeling, and transporting lab specimens

Additionally:

• Accurately documents care provided according to policies and procedures
• Applies safety principles during patient care activities such as ambulation, transfers, and positioning
• Participates in cost-effective utilization of supplies and maintains equipment and nursing units in a clean, safe condition
• Performs basic care requirements consistently, including rounding, use of AIDET, applying the “4 Ps” (Pain, Position, Potty, Proximity of items), prompt response to patient needs, hand hygiene, and patient identification
• Assists in performance improvement activities by serving on PI teams, supporting PI measures, and implementing necessary changes

DCH Standards:

• Maintains performance, patient, employee satisfaction, and financial standards as outlined in performance evaluations
• Complies with Employee Handbook requirements
• Adheres to DCH Behavioral Standards, fostering positive relationships with patients, families, coworkers, and self
• Uses electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software, and intranet
• Follows all DCH Health System policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Requires approved previous experience in patient care or completion of in-service education classes. High school diploma or equivalent is required. Candidates with patient care experience, those enrolled in a nursing program, or with prior customer service experience are preferred. BLS certification is required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and understand English.