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Patient Care Assistant - FULL TIME ONLY

Hoag Health System, Newport Beach, California, us, 92659

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Under the direction of a licensed registered nurse, the Patient Care Assistant (PCA) I assist in direct patient care by providing for activities of daily living (ADL), comfort, nutrition, and hygiene needs for the adult and geriatric patient. Takes and records clinical measures, collects specimens, provides transportation, and maintains equipment and supplies. Immediately informs RN of any changes in patient condition and reinforces patient teaching as part of providing a safe patient centered care environment. May assist with patient charts as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Job Description

Under the direction of a licensed registered nurse, the Patient Care Assistant (PCA) I assist in direct patient care by providing for activities of daily living (ADL), comfort, nutrition, and hygiene needs for the adult and geriatric patient. Takes and records clinical measures, collects specimens, provides transportation, and maintains equipment and supplies. Immediately informs RN of any changes in patient condition and reinforces patient teaching as part of providing a safe patient centered care environment. May assist with patient charts as needed. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

The Patient Care Assistant/Clerical Coordinator (PCA/CC) role does all of the above and also is responsible for some clerical coordinator responsibilities which includes processing and monitoring electronic orders for STAT, asap orders, verified orders and provides follow-up as needed. Maintains and updates pertinent patient information in computer systems. Answers all phone calls and greets visitors. Completes census sheet each night at Midnight. Manages call lights. Is an EPIC resource to the department.

Qualifications

Employees hired after 12/31/2011: High School diploma or equivalent. Recent employment as a Nursing Assistant preferred. Experience in computerized charting preferred

License Required

Either current certification as a Nursing Assistant/CNA from the State of California¹, or Current Licensed Vocational Nurse license, or Current RN license, or Completion of first semester and ongoing enrollment in nursing program.

Certifications Required

Current BLS certification required

¹ Note that if using CNA Certification, must meet all requirements for certification Seniority level

Seniority level Entry level Employment type

Employment type Full-time Job function

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