Patient Care Associate - Vitals, EKG & Phlebotomy

CO040 Memorial Regional Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Healthcare System in Hollywood, FL seeks caregivers to provide basic patient care under RN supervision. Responsibilities include transporting patients, monitoring vitals, EKG testing, phlebotomy, and assisting with daily living activities.

Competen- cies emphasize accountability and patient safety. Training in EKG and phlebotomy is required within six months of hire. The role requires physical stamina and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• No degree required; on-the-job training provided for duties as delegated by RN.
• 3 months of patient care experience or certificate from formal training program required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with transporting patients and prepare rooms as needed.
• Monitor vital signs, perform EKG tests and phlebotomy when assigned.
• Assist with activities of daily living and personal care tasks.
• Report changes to nursing staff and maintain charts and records.
• Keep patient rooms and surroundings stocked, clean and orderly.

Skills

Patient transport

Vital signs

EKG testing

Phlebotomy

Blood glucose

I&O recording

Education

BLS Certification

Job description

Memorial Healthcare System in Hollywood, FL seeks caregivers to provide basic patient care under RN supervision. Responsibilities include transporting patients, monitoring vitals, EKG testing, phlebotomy, and assisting with daily living activities.

Competen- cies emphasize accountability and patient safety. Training in EKG and phlebotomy is required within six months of hire. The role requires physical stamina and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.