Patient Care Assistant - Float Pool - Full-Time, P-Shift

phelpshealth; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The role emphasizes safety, accurate documentation, and teamwork to support quality outcomes in a hospital setting.

The PCA will engage with patients to assist with daily living activities and basic care needs. Preferred candidates have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year experience preferred.
• CNA certification preferred; if uncertified or <1 year, must attend PCA Academy.

Responsibilities

• Follows hospital policy on patient safety, infection prevention, safe patient handling, and notifies licensed nurse when patient condition changes to ensure safe care.
• Provides basic patient care under supervision (vital signs, glucometer checks, toileting, feeding, bathing, and activity measures) within hospital policy.
• Works with nursing staff to care for basic patient needs and responds quickly to patient requests to ensure safety and improve experience.
• Documents all patient care activities accurately to support clinical decision making.
• Communicates pertinent patient information to the care team to improve outcomes and quality care.

Skills

Vital signs

Glucometer checks

ADL assistance

Patient safety

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri.

No matter where you start with us, we're committed to taking our team to the top. If you're ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family.

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!