Patient Care Associate/FT/36 hours per week/7p - 730a

Bristol Hospital Group; Bristol (CT); Sur place; USD 38 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Bristol Hospital and Health Care in Bristol, CT is seeking a Patient Care Associate (PCA) to join the med/surg telemetry team. The role involves direct nursing care, following clinical pathways, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

You will be oriented with a preceptor, ongoing education, SIM lab, and opportunities for professional development; BLS/CPR required; CNA or equivalent experience preferred; willingness to float to other departments.

Qualifications

• BLS / CPR certification required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Active CNA certificate or 1 year PCA/Ed Tech/CNA experience.
• EMT or Medical Assistant considered.

Responsabilités

• Perform direct nursing care as part of the med/surg telemetry team.
• Follow clinical pathways including activities related to direct care, testing, transport and documentation.
• Orient and mentor new team members while adhering to universal precautions.
• Collaborate with RN and multidisciplinary team to develop patient-centered plans.

Connaissances

Good communication skills

Formation

High School Diploma or equivalent

Active CNA certificate

1 year experience in PCA/Ed Tech/CNA

Description du poste

Make an impact! At Bristol Hospital and Health Care, we begin each day caring today for your tomorrow. We have been an integral part of our community for the past 100 years. We are dedicated to providing the best possible care and service to our patients, residents, and families. We are committed to provide compassionate, quality care at all times and to uphold our values of Communication, Accountability, Respect, and Empathy (C.A.R.E.). We are Magnet and received the 2020 Press Ganey Leading Innovator award for our rapid adoption and implementation of healthcare solutions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Use your expertise, compassion, and kindness to transform the patient experience. Make a difference. Make Bristol Hospital and Health Care your choice.Schedule: 36 Hrs /Days/7p-7:30a/Every Other WeekendCome join our Nursing family and be an integral part of our med/surg telemetry team! We offer an extensive onboarding experience with a dedicated Preceptor that includes continuing education, SIM lab, and a dedicated professional development specialist. Our Patient Care Associates (PCA) collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and carry out a patient centered plan of care. This position involves treating a diverse patient population with a variety of medical conditions and post surgical care needs. The medical surgical PCA provides direct nursing care in accordance with Bristol Health's established policies, procedures, and evidence based protocols. Tasks and responsibilities include: Performs a wide variety of patient care tasks utilizing a Patient Focused Care model. Follows standardized procedures prescribed in a clinical pathway, including activities related to direct care, diagnostic testing, patient transport and documentation, as directed by RN. Orienting and mentoring new team members, following universal precautions utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment.Educational / Minimum Requirements:Basic life Support (BLS) - Active CPR certificate requiredHigh School Diploma or equivalentActive CNA certificate or One (1) year of experience in a role as a PCA, Ed Tech or CNA in acute or long term care. Good Communication SkillsOR3rd year BSN student who has completed two clinical rotationsMedical AssistantOREMTMust be willing to be floated or reassigned to another department, unit, office, or location as needed.DisclaimerThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.