Patient Care Assistant - Med/Surg - PCA

Mayo Clinic; Amery (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Dental coverage

Vision plan

HSA/FSAs

Retirement package

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Wisconsin is seeking a part-time Patient Care Assistant (PCA) aligned with nursing practice under a registered nurse. The PCA assists with delegated tasks to support direct and indirect patient care, complementing nursing practice.

Eligible candidates include CNAs or those with 12 college credits or a high school diploma with CNA training. Must be 18+, with Basic Life Support certification; orientation will include BLS if not already held.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age prior to start date.
• Completion of 12 college credits OR High school diploma with CNA training or equivalent preferred.
• Able to adapt to unpredictable situations within patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist staff with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision.
• Carry out delegated skills within the scope of unlicensed nursing personnel.

Skills

CNA experience

Patient care

Adaptability

Education

12 college credits OR CNA training

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The skills and responsibilities of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) align closely with those of a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) and Patient Care Technician (PCT), making this a great opportunity for those with CNA experience.

The Patient Care Assistant assists staff with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care which supports and complements nursing practice under the supervision of a registered nurse. The Patient Care Assistant carries out delegated skills that are within those functions limited by law to unlicensed nursing personnel.

Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age prior to start date.

Additional qualifications:

Completion of 12 college credits -OR- High school diploma/ GED with successful completion of a Nursing Assistant training or equivalent preferred. Able to adapt to unpredictable situations within the patient care setting.

License or certification:

Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross. If a candidate does not currently have their Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross the Basic Life Support, certification will be included as part of the orientation program.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$20.00 - $27.33 / hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Part Time

Hours/Pay Period

48

Schedule Details

Rotating 12 hour day/night shifts

Weekend Schedule

Every third weekend/Two holidays per year

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.