Patient Care Associate: Vital Signs & Phlebotomy

Memorial Healthcare System; Florida; On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Accountability

Customer service

Organization

Patient-centered care

Patient safety

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

No degree required

BLS E-Card

BLS RQI E-Card

BLS Grace Certification

BLS Red Cross Certification

Tools

EKG competency

Phlebotomy competency

Job description

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.