Pre-Op PCT - FT

Description

SUMMARY: Under the guidance of a registered nurse, a patient care assistant will care for and comfort individuals who are ill, undergoing surgery or disabled.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs nursing assistant and clerical duties in collaboration with the Registered Nurse to assure safe and quality care of patients
• Perform basic administrative duties including printing, copying, and filing patient records.
• Assist in bathing, dressing, and feeding patients and perform other oral and personal care activities.
• Change bed linens and maintain patient room clean and safe.
• Shift patients in and out of wheelchairs as needed.
• Transfer and position patients when necessary.
• Monitor patient’s physical and behavioral changes and report any unusual situations to Supervisor.
• Record patient’s blood pressures, temperature, pulse, respiration, and weight on regular basis.
• Ensure safety and quality in patient services and maintain confidentiality of patient medical records.
• Assess patient’s health improvements and accordingly update medical records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, or equivalent GED, certification as patient care assistant, nursing assistant, certified emergency medical technician or paramedic 
• Current BLS certification
• One year of patient care experience
• Certified as Medical Assistant or Nurse assistant.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to focused and caring attitude

Salary : $18 - $22