Patient Care Assistant II - Ben Taub - Observation Unit - FT/Night

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant II (PCA II) to support patient care activities on inpatient nursing units under the supervision of registered nurses. The role requires proficiency in basic patient care, medical terminology, and strong communication, with collaboration alongside charge nurses and staff nurses to meet patient needs.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, and certifications such as CNA, CMA, EMT-B, along with BLS and other unit-specific

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Nursing- or medical-related certifications required (CNA, CMA, EMT-B).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Aggression Management certification within 90 days of hire.
• EKG and/or Phlebotomy competency validation within 6 months of hire.
• Two years of related clinical experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care activities under the supervision of a registered nurse on inpatient units.
• Collaborate with charge nurse and staff nurses to ensure patient care needs are met.
• Demonstrate basic patient care skills, medical terminology, and computer literacy; role model professionalism.

Skills

Certified Nurse Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant

Emergency Medical Technician-Basic

Basic Life Support

Aggression Management certification

EKG/Phlebotomy competency

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or GED

CNA certification

CMA certification

EMT-B certification

BLS certification

Job description

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Job Summary

The Patient Care Assistant II (PCA II) is accountable for supporting patient care activities, under the supervision of a registered nurse, on inpatient nursing units. The PCA II works closely with the charge nurse and staff nurses to assure patient care needs are met. The PCA II performs patient care activities, as delegated, and adheres to patient safety measures. The PCA II is proficient in the performance of basic patient care activities, medical terminology, communication, organizational, and computer skills. The PCA II demonstrates and role models personal and professional effectiveness.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

High School diploma or GED plus technical skills/training appropriate to the specialty area.

Licenses & Certifications:

• - Certified Nurse Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant or Emergency Medical Technician-Basic; Nursing students actively attending an accredited nursing program are exempt of certification requirement provided a satisfactory completion of first clinical/foundations course.
• - Basic Life Support from a hospital-based American Heart Association (AHA) approved program.
• - Aggression Management certification within 90 days of hire
• - EKG, and/or Phlebotomy competency validation required, as applicable to specialty area within 6 months of hire.
• - Other certificates as required by unit/service/clinic.

Work Experience:

Two (2) years related clinical experience (experience in nursing program clinical rotations is applicable)

Communication Skills:

Above Average Verbal Communication (Heavy Public Contact)

Proficiencies:

Personal Computer, MS Word, Typing

Job Attributes

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Medical Terms

Work Schedule:

Weekends, Holidays, Flexible