What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Associate position at Singing River Health System?
Patient Care Associate Position Overview 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 different tasks performed as assisgned. Education Certification/s Experience Physical Demands Mental Demands Special Demands
Singing River Health System Hospital - Pascagoula | Full-Time | Days |
2809 Denny Ave
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 or LPN; and under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse or LPN. 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. Expectation is for all performed duties to be in accordance with Singing River Health System procedures and policies, accreditation organization, and governing guidance and publications for health care employees.
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Successful completion of Nurse Assistant/Aide program preferred.
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.
Equivalent related work experience or completion of a Nurse Aide program required.
Work requires physical exertion: Stands, turns, bends, stoops, lifts, climbs and uses many physical motions in performing day-today activities. Auditory acuity to hear verbal communication and gather data using auscultory skills. Manual dexterity of hands and feet to ambulate effectively per scheduled shift and effectively manage multiple pieces of equipment/tubes/invasive lines. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and do a great deal of walking without experiencing undue fatigue. Must have high energy level and be capable of handling high pressure situations. May be exposed to communicable disease or radiation. Must demonstrate ability to assist patients in transferring/ambulation; push-pull patients in wheelchair; turn/position bed-bound patients.
Knowledge of medical terminology preferred. Keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making skills in the management of acute and chronically ill patients. 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. Emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress level during scheduled shift associated with care of acute patient/SO, rapidly changing patient conditions, emotional demands of patients and families, and demands of maintaining effective working relationships with peers, managers, physicians, and other health care workers.
Must be able to utilize the computer to complete responsibilities - including proficiency in utilizing the electronic medical record.
