FT Dayshift PCA Progressive Care

Patient Care Assistant- PCA (Unlicensed Assistive Personnel- UAP)

MAIN FUNCTION:

Assists nurses in meeting patient needs as directed by RN/LPN. Communicates effectively with patients, support person(s) and other members of the health care team.

Follows WCH Nursing Philosophy and practice model which are derived from the Synergy model and appropriate Service Standards as outlined in Employee Handbook.

RESPONSIBLE TO: Department Director, Department Clinical Manager, Charge Nurses, RN, LPN

MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or GED
• Must successfully complete WCH PCA training upon hire.
  1. If working in ED, must be an EMT or have State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA) Certification upon hire
  2. If working on the Transitional Care Unit, must have STNA Certification
• No written disciplinary action in the last 12 months
• Maintain a current AHA (American Heart Association) Healthcare Provider BLS card while in this position.

PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES:

• Personal computer experience and keyboarding skills
• Medical terminology course or demonstrated knowledge
• Successful completion of 1st semester / quarter of clinical experience in LPN or RN program or have STNA Certification

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Employees in this position may be:

1. Exposed to blood, body fluids and/or airborne pathogens and are required to wear personal protective equipment
2. Must be able to push, pull, lift, carry, turn, crouch, and bend as necessary to complete nursing care tasks
3. Required to take "on call" status
4. Reassigned to another unit to perform duties within current job description
5. Subject to STHR (short term hour reduction) according to policy