Patient Care Associate -Telemetry-FT- Days -MHW

Memorial Healthcare System; Florida; Vor Ort; USD 31.000 - 42.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Memorial Healthcare System in Pembroke Pines, FL seeks a Patient Care Support professional to assist with daily living activities under an RN. You will monitor vital signs, assist with EKG testing and phlebotomy, and ensure patient rooms remain clean and stocked.

Emphasis on safety and compassionate care in a fast-paced environment. Three months of patient care experience or completion of a training program is required, with EKG and phlebotomy competencies expected within six months of hire.

Qualifikationen

• Three months of patient care experience or completion of a formal training program.
• BLS E-Card and related certifications are required within six months of hire.

Aufgaben

• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming and eating.
• Monitor vital signs, assist with EKG testing and phlebotomy as delegated by an RN.
• Record intake and output, transport patients as needed and maintain patient rooms clean and stocked.

Kenntnisse

Accountability

Customer service

Organization

Patient-centered care

Patient safety

Problem solving

Adaptability

Ausbildung

No degree required

BLS E-Card

BLS RQI E-Card

BLS Grace Certification

BLS Red Cross Certification

Tools

EKG competency

Phlebotomy competency

Jobbeschreibung

Location:Pembroke Pines, FloridaAt Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.Summary:Under the supervision of an RN, performs basic patient care and other related technical and clinical support activities.Responsibilities:Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and eatingAssists 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.Must maintain requirements of the Clinical Ladder.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.Competencies:ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, ORGANIZATION SKILLS (4), PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PATIENT SAFETY - ANCILLARY/SUPPORT, PROBLEM SOLVING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOREducation and Certification Requirements:No Degree or any other education earned (Required)BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE), BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS)Additional Job Information:Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: Three (3) months of patient care experience demonstrating the ability to perform basic patient care or certification of completion from formal training program required. Other Information: **EKG and phlebotomy competencies are required within six (6) months of hire date.Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: Bending and Stooping = 60% Climbing = 20% Keyboard Entry = 60% Kneeling = 60% Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 60% Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0% Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Reaching = 60% Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 20% Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 60% Running = 40% Sitting = 60% Squatting = 60% Standing = 60% Walking = 60% Audible Speech = 60% Hearing Acuity = 60% Smelling Acuity = 0% Taste Discrimination = 0% Depth Perception = 60% Distinguish Color = 60% Seeing - Far = 60% Seeing - Near = 60% Bio hazardous Waste = 60% Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60% Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60% Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 60% Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60% Asbestos = 0% Cytotoxic Chemicals = 20% Dust = 40% Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 60% Hazardous Chemicals = 20% Hazardous Medication = 20% Latex = 20% Computer Monitor = 60% Domestic Animals = 20% Extreme Heat/Cold = 0% Fire Risk = 0% Hazardous Noise = 0% Heating Devices = 0% Hypoxia = 0% Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0% Magnetic Fields = 0% Moving Mechanical Parts = 60% Needles/Sharp Objects = 60% Potential Electric Shock = 0% Potential for Physical Assault = 20% Radiation = 20% Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0% Unprotected Heights = 0% Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60%Shift:DaysDisclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer. We encourage candidates to talk to their Memorial Healthcare System recruiter to discuss actual pay rates, during the hiring process.Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law.We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email [e-mail]