Patient Care Assistant - Medical Telemetry | Full-Time, P-Shift

LE01 Phelps County Regional Medical Center; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps Health in Rolla, MO is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to provide direct patient care under supervision of licensed nurses. You will help with daily tasks, monitor vital signs, and support patient comfort while maintaining safety standards.

Eligible candidates should have a high school diploma or GED; a Missouri CNA certification is preferred. BLS certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire, with training provided by Phelps Health.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year experience preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) through Missouri preferred; if uncertified or not yet experienced, attend PCA Academy.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) must be obtained within first 90 days of employment (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Follows established hospital policy regarding patient safety measures and infection prevention.
• Provides basic patient care duties under supervision (vital signs, glucometer checks, toileting, feeding, bathing).
• Works collaboratively with nursing staff to care for basic patient needs and respond to requests.
• Documents all patient care activities accurately to support clinical decision making.
• Communicates pertinent patient information to appropriate team members to improve outcomes.

Skills

Basic patient care

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA certification preferred

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)

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.

About Phelps Health

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!

Phelps Health serves over 200,000 residents in south-central Missouri. Phelps Health is county-owned, non-tax supported and is overseen by a five-member elected board. Phelps Health employs more than 1,900 people, including 100-plus providers. Phelps Health, which includes a hospital licensed for 240 patient beds, serves a six-county area, with its main campus and several clinics located in Rolla, Missouri. Phelps Health also has clinics in Salem, St. James, Vienna and Waynesville, Missouri.