Telemetry Patient Care Associate — Acute Care

McLaren Health Care; Bay City (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Health Care is seeking a Patient Care Associate for the 5 East Telemetry unit. This full-time role reports to a Nurse and supports day-to-day patient care activities in a Medical/Surgical environment in Bay City, Michigan.

The position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and successful completion of a Nurse Assistant Certification program, plus BLS certification. Prior acute care experience and phlebotomy training are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of a Nurse Assistant Certification program or equivalent.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs specific patient care interventions as delegated by the RN in effort to identify/attain treatment goals.
• Delivers compassionate support, attention, and assistance to patients and families.
• Provides physical support for patients with daily activities and personal hygiene, including bathing, showering, feeding, dressing, getting out of bed, using the toilet, walking, standing or exercising.
• Ensures compliance with all health care regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment and protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control, hazardous waste and other policies and protocols.
• Performs other related job duties as requested.

Skills

High school diploma

Nurse Assistant Certification

BLS certification

Phlebotomy training

Education

Nurse Assistant Certification program

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

Job description

McLaren Health Care is seeking a Patient Care Associate for the 5 East Telemetry unit. This full-time role reports to a Nurse and supports day-to-day patient care activities in a Medical/Surgical environment in Bay City, Michigan.

The position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and successful completion of a Nurse Assistant Certification program, plus BLS certification. Prior acute care experience and phlebotomy training are preferred.