Patient Care Associate I

Position Responsibilities

Recognize and respond to the needs of the patients and families

Recognize and communicate changes in the patient's condition to the appropriate nursing team member

Adhere to Safe Patient Handling practices, i.e. maintain a no manual lift environment

Participate in Quality Improvement programs

Assist patients with all aspects of personal care as indicated in the care plans

Document pertinent information regarding care delivered in the designated areas of the patient's electronic medical record

Report accidents and incidents as they occur

Report any observed or suspected patient abuse immediately

Observe and report skin integrity

Participate in daily report team and care planning meetings as needed

Be proficient in obtaining vital signs and other procedures such as temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, weight, pulse oximetry and urine and stool specimens as directed

Follow infection control practices

Attend and participate in ongoing training and educational classes Maintain confidentiality and privacy of the patient according to HIPPA regulations

Communicate effectively with peers, other team members, patients and families

Facilitate life enrichment activities that encourage patient engagement

Maintain cleanliness of the patient's room and common program areas

Prepare, serve, and clean up after meals and snacks

Participate in committee meetings

Other duties as assigned and trained to perform

Qualifications

Long term chronic care PCA Certified Nursing Assistant certification is preferred in good standing upon hire or current enrollment in a nursing school, having completed first clinical experience.

RSU PCA : Certified Nursing Assistant certification is required in good standing upon hire and on-going.

Fluent English skills required verbal and written

Computer literacy required

Flexibility and ability to work independently and collaboratively

Must complete mandatory HSL / HRC educational requirements and programs