Patient Care Associate-PRN- 7N MICU Stepdown

UF Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Jacksonville is seeking a Patient Care Associate to deliver patient-centered care across all age groups. This entry-level role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a Certified Nursing Assistant certification. Candidates should demonstrate effective communication and teamwork skills. Responsibilities include assisting RNs and ensuring quality patient care. BLS certification is necessary, along with training in crisis prevention for specific units.

Qualifications

• Crisis Prevention Institute training within 90 days, required for Psych Unit.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification essential.
• Less than one year of patient care experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-specific patient-centered care.
• Follow direction from RN for patient care assignments.

Skills

Demonstrates teamwork

Communication skills

Ability to learn hospital technologies

Knowledge of basic medical terminology

Ability to read/write in English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA License

Fundamentals of nursing concepts

EMT Training Program

Certified Medical Assistant Program

Job description

Overview

The Patient Care Associate (PCA) provides age-specific patient-centered care. As a member of the patient care team, the PCA is expected to take direction from the RN for patient care assignments.

Qualifications

Age of Patients Served: All Age Groups.

Required Education: High School Diploma or GED; AND one of the following: - CNA License - Completion of fundamentals of nursing concepts (RN or LPN) - Completion of EMT Training Program - Completion of a Certified Medical Assistant Program - Equivalent military training as a hospital corpsman or medic.

Necessary Skills: 1) Demonstrates teamwork and communicates in a professional manner with all members of the healthcare team. 2) Demonstrates the ability to learn and apply hospital computer technologies and procedures that affect patient care delivery. 3) Knowledge of basic medical terminology and standard precautions. 4) Ability to read/write in English.

Required Licensure/Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification; State of Florida Certified Nursing Assistant required for TCU; Crisis Prevention Institute training within ninety (90) days, and then annually, is required for Psych Unit.

Preferred Licensure/Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant in State of Florida.

Required Experience: Less than one year of providing patient care. Preferred Experience: At least one (1) year providing patient care.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care