Job Overview :
Provides assistance and / or performs basic activities of daily living and specified treatments and procedures under the direct supervision of the nurse.
May perform non-direct patient care activities as assigned, requested, or directed including but not limited to stocking and clerical activities.
Job Requirements :
2 years High School Education
Age 17 with work permit
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Reading and math ability appropriate to the position
Job Responsibilities :
Performs and documents basic patient care tasks under the direct supervision of an RN. Maintains competency of tasks in which the PCA has been trained.
Completes assigned tasks within required timeframe. Seeks clarification from the nurse when in doubt about how to proceed.
Maintains a safe environment. Reports safety hazards to appropriate personnel. Completes safety event report as necessary.
Complies with Infection Control policies. Demonstrates knowledge of safety / emergency policies and procedures and appropriately corrects any identified hazards.
Communicates effectively with others. Shows respect to patients, families and co-workers. Reports patient related information in a timely manner.
Reports problems in completing assignment / tasks in a timely manner to the appropriate person. Documents observations and tasks performed.
Works in collaboration with all members of the health care team. Utilizes chain of command appropriately.
Performs supply, equipment, and environmental-related activities as required, and described in principal accountabilities.
Recognizes, reports, and follows-up on issues with supply / equipment availability in a timely manner. Reports and follows through as per unit standard concerning equipment that is broken or malfunctioning.
Assures equipment / supplies are readily available for use by next person.
Acknowledges need for self growth and accountability. Identifies area for self improvement. Demonstrates / maintains knowledge of organizational and unit changes.
Supports organizational and unit changes.
Other Job-Related Information :
Working Conditions : Bending - Frequently
Bending - Frequently
Climbing - Occasionally
Concentrating - Consistently
Continuous Learning - Consistently
Hearing : Conversation - Consistently
Hearing : Other Sounds - Frequently
Interpersonal Communication - Consistently
Kneeling - Occasionally
Lifting
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