Patient Care Assistant (PCA) - PRN - Adult Complex Medical Unit (11th Floor), University Hospital

USA Health; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

USA Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) for the Adult Complex Medical Unit. This temporary, part-time position requires assisting patients with daily activities and ensuring hygiene standards are met. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and the ability to communicate effectively within a healthcare team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with Activities of Daily Living.
• Reports changes in patient conditions to RN/LPN.
• Maintains clean and neat patient areas.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Patient Care Assistant (PCA) - PRN - Adult Complex Medical Unit (11th Floor), University Hospital

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Overview

Please note, this is a temporary, part-time, "PRN" position, and as such, is "as-needed."

Overview

Please note, this is a temporary, part-time, "PRN" position, and as such, is "as-needed."

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community.

USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community.

Responsibilities

Receives verbal/written assignments from RN/LPN; assists patients with Activities of Daily Living; reports any changes in patient condition to RN/LPN; maintains clean and neat stocked areas and patient rooms; cleans equipment between each patient use; operates unit equipment as required; runs unit errands as needed; assists with and accompanies patients on admission, discharge, and transfer; answers patient call lights promptly; keeps hallway clear of equipment; distributes water and ice; maintains 24-hour urine collections; performs catheter checks and blood glucose monitoring; runs unit errands as needed; takes and records vital signs and weight; records accurate intake and output (to include NG, chest tube, ostomy bags, foley, etc.); signs/initials documentation; documents patient turns and repositioning; reports any skin condition to RN; assists with completion of daily flow sheet; responds to overhead pages; participates in orientation of new employees as assigned; adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards; accesses and accurately maintains electronic and paper medical records; regular and prompt attendance; ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required; related duties as required.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis.

EO Employer - minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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