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Patient Care Assoc, Non Cert - SC2
 Cooley Dickinson Hospital | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Northampton | |
| 30 Locust Street (Show on map) | |
 Jan 14, 2025 | |
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Summary
The Patient Care Associate (PCA) is responsible for performing a variety of direct and non-direct patient care duties, including routine patient care duties as well as clerical, supply, and messenger responsibilities. The PCA performs other patient care related duties and unit duties as needed and may function as a patient care observer to monitor for patient safety in situations where 1:1 observation is required. Telemetry/Critical Care Unit Specific: Responsible for successfully completing arrhythmia course and maintaining competency in telemetry monitoring. This position is designed to promote learning experiences and health care exposure to Cooley Dickinson employees who are looking to further their careers in the medical field. This position is part of the 1199 SEIU Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital. This position reports to the Nurse Manager and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures. Must be able to effectively interact appropriately to an individual's intellectual level and physical ability. 1Infants1Pediatric1Adolescent1Adult1Geriatric Essential Functions Provide care under the direction of the RN. Observe procedures and assist with preparing patients for procedures. Perform patient care related duties and clinical functions as assigned or requested. This includes, but is not limited to, taking vital signs, performing EKGs, monitoring oxygen saturation, performing skin care and dressing functions, collecting specimens, bathing and performing other sanitary needs of patients, transferring and assisting with ambulation of patients, feeding patients, etc. Perform glucose monitoring and bladder scans and reports results to RNs. Assist RNs and physicians with other exams and treatments as required. Communicate with nursing staff in an effective and timely manner around issues related to patient care and patient condition. Document appropriately in the patient's medical record on care provided to patients. Participate in quality improvement processes and systems to assure targeted outcomes, exceptional service delivery and efficiency. Monitor patients requiring one to one observation reporting change(s) in conditions and needs, and care as supervisor indicates. Remain in constant attendance with assigned high risk patient until relieved by shift charge nurse. Maintain safety for patients with suicidal ideation. Maintain established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, confidentiality, quality improvement program, compliance, safety, infection control and environmental standards. Maintain flexibility and remain responsive to unit and overall nursing department needs as they relate to patients and work assignments. Meet annual competency and retraining requirements. Attend meetings as required. Perform other functions/duties as requested. Required for All Jobs Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards Does this position require Patient Care (indirect/direct)? Yes Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Experience Health care experience preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Completion of PCA educational objectives and unit-specific training as outlined by the Professional Development Department required; candidates hired prior to January 1, 2021 are grandfathered into the position without having to complete the training course. Ability to perform routine patient care activities under the direction of licensed nursing personnel requiring technical or on the job training required. Ability to multitask and handle stress crisis situations effectively required. Demonstrated typing skills and computer experience required. Demonstrated interpersonal, organizational, and oral and written communication skills required. Ability to communicate effectively and follow written and/or oral instructions required. Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills and a professional demeanor required. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. | |