Patient Care Assistant- CTICU
US-OH-Columbus
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Req #: 51888
Type: Part Time
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Overview: 24 or 36 hours per week Nights 7p-7:30a, every other weekend, holiday rotation Minimum pay is $19.00 per hour Benefits Eligible About the CTICU: * 20 Beds- 12 closed door rooms and 8 open bay rooms * Nurse to Patient Ratios- 1:1 or 1:2 (High acuity- 2:1) * Ages- Birth to late Adulthood * Patient Population: Patients with Congenital Heart Defects, Acquired Heart Disease, Pre & Post-Surgical, Heart & Lung Transplants * Babies are fed breast milk * Many infants to toddlers who have had corrective surgeries * There is a big focus on education for our nursing team members * PCAs can also serve as sitters 1:1 Responsibilities: * Performs clerical office coordination and administrative tasks as necessary. * Collects, documents, and reports vital signs such as: blood pressure or mean arterial pressure, heights, and weights. * Completes screening questions and documents all items into medical record. * Promotes general patient safety and performs minor specimen testing. * Holds, positions patients and assists with procedures. * Preps all materials and supplies as needed. * Remains compliant with HIPAA, maintains professionalism and ensures confidentiality of patient information. * Ensures environmental standards are met and all clinic and patient areas are stocked, cleaned, and maintained. * Identifies learning needs and attends continuing education as appropriate. * Participates in educational activities offered by the business unit. * Acts as a preceptor of orientation and training of other PCA staff. * Responsible for the transport of non-controlled medications from Pharmacy to designated licensed healthcare practitioners. Qualifications: Education: High school graduate or equivalent. Candidates must meet at least one of the followig requirements: - Active, State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) license - Nursing student who has successfully completed Fundamentals of Nursing (or equivalent) from an approved program - At least one year of patient care experience in a hospital within the last three years Certifications: Current BLS for healthcare provider required upon hire Skills: 1. Sound written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills. 2. Demonstrated basic computer skills. 3. Must demonstrate competence as defined in the Patient Care Assistant responsibilities/skills checklist in providing age appropriate care and services to pediatric patients of all ages and selected adult patients. 4. Displays a positive presence and interacts with all levels of staff, outside vendors, consultants, and physicians. MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: - Occasionally, 1-33% of the time: Climb stairs/ladder; sitting; lifting/carrying 41-60lbs, 61-100lbs, +100lbs with assistance. May come into contact with fumes, gases, vapors, biohazard waste, machinery, and power tools. - Frequently, 34-66% of the time: Squat/kneel; reaching above shoulder; repetitive arm and hand use. Lifting/carrying 040lbs; pushing/pulling 0-61lbs; depth perception-vision. May come into contact with blood, bodily fluids, communicable diseases or pathogens, chemicals, and electricity. - Continuously, 67-100% of the time: Standing, walking, audible speech, speech clarity and hearing acuity. Color vision, seeing far/near. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
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