Patient Care Associate EKG & Phlebotomy Support

memorialhealthcare; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Healthcare System in Pembroke Pines, FL, is seeking a compassionate patient care assistant to support RNs with basic care tasks and daily living activities. Under supervision, you will monitor patients, assist with mobility, bathing, grooming, and feeding, and help maintain clean, stocked rooms.

EKG, phlebotomy, and vital sign checks may be required after training. Prior patient care experience (3 months) and BLS certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• No Degree or any other education earned (Required)
• BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association
• BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association
• BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential
• BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross

Responsibilities

• Monitors patient status and response; reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Assist with transporting patients, as needed.
• Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and eating.
• Assists with keeping patient rooms/areas stocked, clean and orderly.
• Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including but not limited to: monitoring vital signs, EKG testing, phlebotomy, taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.

Skills

Accountability

Customer Service

Organization Skills

Patient Care

Patient Safety

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Professional Standards

Education

No degree required

BLS Certification

BLS American Heart E-Card

BLS Grace Period

BLS Red Cross Certification

Job description

Memorial Healthcare System in Pembroke Pines, FL, is seeking a compassionate patient care assistant to support RNs with basic care tasks and daily living activities. Under supervision, you will monitor patients, assist with mobility, bathing, grooming, and feeding, and help maintain clean, stocked rooms.

EKG, phlebotomy, and vital sign checks may be required after training. Prior patient care experience (3 months) and BLS certification are preferred.