Patient Care Assistant - Float Pool | Full-Time, A-Shift

LE01 Phelps County Regional Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse. You will support the nursing team with basic duties, monitor patient conditions, and help ensure safety and comfort for each patient.

Responsibilities include following infection prevention policies, assisting with vital signs, toileting, feeding, bathing, and activity, and documenting care accurately to support clinical decisions and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year of patient care experience preferred.
• CNA certification through Missouri preferred; if uncertified, attend PCA Academy.
• BLS certification within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Follow infection prevention and safe patient handling policies.
• Document all patient care activities accurately to support clinical decisions.
• Communicate pertinent patient information to the care team to improve outcomes.
• Assist with vital signs, toileting, feeding, bathing, and activity as needed.

Skills

Basic patient care

Vital signs

Education

High school diploma or GED (preferred)

CNA certification (preferred)

BLS certification (preferred)

Job description

General Summary

Under the general supervision of a licensed nurse (RN, LPN, shift manager), the Patient Care Assistant (PCA) provides direct patient care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Follows established hospital policy regarding patient safety measures such as infection prevention, safe patient handling and movement, and notification of the licensed nurse when patient condition changes to provide patient care in an optimally safe environment. Provides basic patient care duties under the supervision of a licensed nurse such as, but not limited to: vital signs, glucometer checks, toileting, feeding, bathing, and activity measures, etc. Performs such actions within the guidelines established in hospital policy and procedure to support quality outcomes and patient safety. Works collaboratively with nursing staff to care for the basic needs of each patient and respond quickly to patient requests to ensure patient safety and enhance the patient’s experience. Documents all patient care activities accurately and to support the clinical decision making of other health care team members. Communicates pertinent patient information to appropriate team members in order to improve patient outcomes and quality care.

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Work Experience

One year experience preferred.

Certification/License

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) through the state of Missouri preferred. If uncertified or less than one year experience, must attend Phelps Health PCA Academy for training. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) must be obtained within first 90 days of employment (BLS training is provided).

Mental/Physical Requirements

Considerable mental concentration required. Lifting up to 35 lbs., turning activities, standing, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, reaching and nearly constant walking required.

Working Conditions

Frequent exposure to infectious disease and communicable disease via blood and other bodily fluids. May encounter hostile persons at times.

At Phelps Health, we think we have a better team, benefits, and opportunities for growth than anyone else around, and we invite you to see for yourself!

Phelps Health serves over 200,000 residents in south-central Missouri. Phelps Health is county-owned, non-tax supported and is overseen by a five-member elected board. Phelps Health employs more than 1,900 people, including 100-plus providers. Phelps Health, which includes a hospital licensed for 240 patient beds, serves a six-county area, with its main campus and several clinics located in Rolla, Missouri. Phelps Health also has clinics in Salem, St. James, Vienna and Waynesville, Missouri.