Patient Care Assistant II - F/T Days - 4B Surgical Specialty Unit (Ben Taub Hospital)

Harris Health System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Houston is seeking a Patient Care Assistant II (PCA II) to support patient care activities in inpatient nursing units. The PCA II will work closely with nursing staff to meet patient needs and ensure safety. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and relevant certifications. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Two years related clinical experience required.
• Certified Nurse Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant required.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care activities under nurse supervision.
• Perform basic patient care activities and adhere to safety measures.

Skills

Communication

Organizational

Computer Skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

Job description

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

Licenses & Certifications:
- Certified Nurse Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant; 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