Patient Care Assistant, PCA - 5 East Med Surg Post Surgical (Days)

Licking Memorial Health Systems; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a reputable healthcare organization as a Patient Care Assistant, where you'll support registered nurses in delivering compassionate care. Responsibilities include patient transport, vital sign monitoring, and documentation. Ideal candidates possess a high school diploma and CPR certification, with opportunities for nursing students to advance.

Qualifications

• CPR certification required.
• STNA, NA, or MA licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely lift, transfer, and transport patients.
• Collect and document urine and glucometer tests.
• Monitor high-risk patients as directed.

Skills

Communication

Independence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

12-lead ECG testing

Job description

Patient Care Assistant, PCA - 5 East Med Surg Post Surgical (Days)

Join our team as a Patient Care Assistant, PCA - 5 East Med Surg Post Surgical (Days) at Licking Memorial Health Systems.

About Licking Memorial Health Systems

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a reputable, non-profit healthcare organization committed to enhancing community health since 1898. Our facility offers a wide range of services, including emergency care, home healthcare, cancer treatment, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness, serving the diverse needs of Licking County.

Job Description

As a Patient Care Assistant, you will work under the supervision of registered nurses to perform patient care activities, helping healthcare providers with clinical procedures in a compassionate and professional manner.

Responsibilities

1. Safely lift, transfer, and transport patients to inpatient beds and departments.
2. Collect, perform, and document urine and glucometer tests, including quality controls.
3. Label and enter specimens into the system.
4. Monitor high-risk patients, such as restrained, suicidal, or combative individuals, as directed by RN or physician.
5. Obtain vital signs and weights accurately.
6. Document all patient interactions in the electronic medical record.
7. Enter work orders into the computer system.
8. Stock supplies at patient bedside.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write, and follow verbal or written instructions.
• CPR certification.
• STNA, NA, or MA licensure preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain electronic medical record documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and professionally.
• Proficiency in 12-lead ECG testing is a plus.

Nursing students hired into support roles may be eligible for promotion to Patient Care Assistant-Student Nurse, with additional benefits. For more information, contact Human Resources.

Additional Information

LMHS is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion, and complies with all applicable laws and regulations.