Patient Care Associate-PCA

About the Role

Under the direction of the RN or LPN, assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patient's highest level of wellness. Works cooperatively with others as part of a team; recognizes the importance of group goals. Performs designated clinical procedures and nonclinical support tasks essential to providing care to the patient.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patient's highest level of wellness.
• Works cooperatively with others as part of a team.
• Recognizes the importance of group goals.
• Performs designated clinical procedures and nonclinical support tasks essential to providing care to the patient.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Enrolled in an approved or accredited nursing program.
• Prior to employment, provide student transcripts indicating completion of Fundamentals of Nursing from an accredited school of nursing.
• Must remain in good standing with your school of nursing while in this role.
• This program is for nursing students only. If a student leaves a program for any reason, they can no longer be a nurse tech.
• BLS certification required within one month of hire.

Physical Requirements

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience: EMT, Paramedic or Previous Patient Care Experience.
• Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Patient Care Tech (CPCT), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) in the state of practice.