Patient Care Assistant — Growth & CNA Path

phelpshealth; United States; Sur place; USD 21 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Phelps Health in Missouri is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to provide direct patient care under the supervision of licensed staff. You will perform basic care tasks, monitor patient status, and help ensure a safe and compassionate environment for individuals and families.

Candidates with a high school diploma or GED and prior healthcare experience are preferred; CNA certification is encouraged, with BLS completed within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year experience preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) through Missouri preferred.
• If uncertified or less than one year experience, must attend PCA Academy training.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) must be obtained within first 90 days of employment.

Responsabilités

• Follow hospital policy regarding infection prevention, safe patient handling, and notify licensed nurse when patient condition changes.
• Provide basic patient care under supervision (vital signs, glucometer checks, toileting, feeding, bathing, activity) within hospital policy.
• Collaborate with nursing staff to meet patient needs and respond quickly to requests to ensure safety and improve experience.
• Document all patient care activities to support clinical decision making.
• Communicate pertinent patient information to the team to improve outcomes and quality care.

Connaissances

Basic patient care

Vital signs

Documentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Description du poste

Phelps Health in Missouri is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to provide direct patient care under the supervision of licensed staff. You will perform basic care tasks, monitor patient status, and help ensure a safe and compassionate environment for individuals and families.

Candidates with a high school diploma or GED and prior healthcare experience are preferred; CNA certification is encouraged, with BLS completed within 90 days.