Surgical Orthopedics PCA — Irregular Part-Time Shifts

Phelps Health; Rolla (MO); Presencial; USD 18.000 - 25.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Phelps Health in Rolla, MO is seeking a Patient Care Assistant in Surgical Orthopedics. This irregular part-time role supports licensed nurses, handles basic patient care, and assists with safety and outcomes. Training through the PCA Academy may be required for uncertified applicants.

The position emphasizes infection control, patient interaction, and accurate documentation, with BLS to be obtained within 90 days. Flexible shifts vary to meet patient needs.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year experience preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) through the state of Missouri preferred.
• If uncertified or less than one year experience, must attend Phelps Health PCA Academy for training.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) must be obtained within first 90 days of employment (BLS training is provided).

Responsabilidades

• Follows established hospital policy regarding patient safety measures such as infection prevention, safe patient handling and movement, and notification of the licensed nurse when patient condition changes to provide patient care in an optimally safe environment.
• Provides basic patient care duties under the supervision of a licensed nurse such as, but not limited to: vital signs, glucometer checks, toileting, feeding, bathing, and activity measures, etc.
• Works collaboratively with nursing staff to care for the basic needs of each patient and respond quickly to patient requests to ensure patient safety and enhance the patient’s experience.
• Documents all patient care activities accurately and to support the clinical decision making of other health care team members.
• Communicates pertinent patient information to appropriate team members in order to improve patient outcomes and quality care.

Conocimientos

Vital signs

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

Phelps Health in Rolla, MO is seeking a Patient Care Assistant in Surgical Orthopedics. This irregular part-time role supports licensed nurses, handles basic patient care, and assists with safety and outcomes. Training through the PCA Academy may be required for uncertified applicants.

The position emphasizes infection control, patient interaction, and accurate documentation, with BLS to be obtained within 90 days. Flexible shifts vary to meet patient needs.