Patient Care Associate I

Job Description:

Position Responsibilities:

• Recognize and respond to the needs of the patients and families

• Recognize and communicate changes in the patient's conditionto the appropriate nursing team member

• Adhere to Safe Patient Handling practices, i.e. maintain a no manual lift environment

• Participate in Quality Improvement programs

• Assist patients with all aspects of personal care as indicated in the care plans

• Document pertinent information regarding care delivered in the designated areas of the patient's electronic medical record

• Report accidents and incidents as they occur

• Report any observed or suspected patient abuse immediately

• Observe and report skin integrity

• Participate in daily report team and care planning meetings as needed

• Be proficient in obtaining vital signs and other procedures such as temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, weight, pulse oximetry and urine and stool specimens as directed

• Follow infection control practices

• Attend and participate in ongoing training and educational classes Maintain confidentiality and privacy of the patient according to HIPPA regulations

• Communicate effectively with peers, other team members, patients and families

• Facilitate life enrichment activities that encourage patient engagement

• Maintain cleanliness of the patient's room and common program areas

• Prepare, serve, and clean up after meals and snacks

• Participate in committee meetings

• Other duties as assigned and trained to perform

Qualifications :

• Long term chronic care PCA Certified Nursing Assistant certification is preferred in good standing upon hire or current enrollment in a nursing school, having completed first clinical experience.

• RSU PCA: Certified Nursing Assistant certification is required in good standing upon hire and on-going.

• Fluent English skills required – verbal and written

• Computer literacy required

• Flexibility and ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Must complete mandatory HSL/HRC educational requirements and programs

Remote Type

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