What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Associate - PCU position at Singing River Health System?
Patient Care Associate - PCU Position Overview The Patient Care Associate must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. He/She must demonstrate the ability to record observations and activities, to follow oral and written directions/instructions, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. He/She must demonstrate a willingness and ability to utilize the computer in recording and retrieving data to meet essential job requirements. DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned. Education License:
Pascagoula Hospital | Full-Time | 7a - 7p |
2809 Denny Avenue
Pascagoula, Mississippi, 39581
United States
The Patient Care Associate provides basic nursing care (i.e. personal and restorative care) to patients according to predefined guidelines, a plan of care established by a Registered Nurse, and under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. The plan of care will utilize the CDC Guidelines for Infection Control as well as the Singing River Health System Departments of Nursing Plan for Provision of Care, Treatment, and Services.
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Successful completion of Nurse Assistant/Aide program preferred.
N/A
Certification:
Current Certified Nursing Assistant
certification recognized by the State of Mississippi Department of Health
preferred. (CNA Certification required upon hire for SNF unit) (Apprentices
transferring to SNF will be allowed 120 days to schedule the skills exam. If not obtained within the 120 days, will be
removed from the SNF unit)
Must complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or
transfer.
Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position
orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation
training.
Experience:
Equivalent
related work experience or completion of a Nurse Aide program required.
Reports to:
Registered Nurse or LPN responsible for patient care management
during a shift.
Supervises:
None.
Physical Demands:
Work is moderately
active: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office,
move about the facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHS
service area. Work involves exerting a negligible amount of force frequently to
lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Work involves using many
physical motions in performing daily work activities; subject to exposure of
body fluids, sputum and tissues, which may carry the hazard of infectious
disease. Work involves using repetitive motions: substantial movements of the
wrists, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such as
computer keyboard.
Work involves being able
to perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or without
correction; the ability to make fine discriminations in sound. Work requires
close visual and acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object
into sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor to
forms/printed material that are closer to compare data at close vision.
Must be able to be
active for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must be
able to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may be
instituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts or
weekends.
Mental Demands:
Must demonstrate keen mental
faculties/assessment and decision-making abilities. Must demonstrate superior
communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in
person and by telephone. Must
demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive to
dealing with high stress levels. Must
demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Attention to detail and the ability to
multi-task in complex situations is required. Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working
relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations.
Special Demands:
Must possess
superior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient knowledge and ability
to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology
(i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.
Must be able
to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional
skills to a patient population of all ages.
