PCA-Endocrinology

Dayton Children's Hospital

Posted 5 days ago, valid for 21 days

Springfield, MO, US

Competitive

Full Time

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The position at Dayton Children's - Main Campus in the Endocrinology department is a full-time Patient Care Assistant (PCA) role requiring 1-2 years of experience, preferably as a State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) in a hospital setting.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, and PCA training or experience, or be actively enrolled in a healthcare-related education program.
The PCA will assist nurses with patient care activities, measure and record vital signs, and support both clinical and clerical tasks.
Strong communication skills, knowledge of patient confidentiality, and adherence to safety protocols are essential for this role.
The salary for this position is not specified in the job description.

Facility:

Dayton Children's - Main Campus

Department:

Endocrinology

Schedule:

Full time

Hours:

Job Details:

Responsible for assisting the nurse in completion of patient care activities, taking into consideration the patient’s developmental levels. Demonstrates strong communication skills, accepts delegated tasks and has the knowledge and understanding to ask questions and report patient information as indicated. Appropriately handles patient information understanding confidentiality and privacy. Complies with the safety management program designed to provide a physical environment free of hazards and to reduce the risk of injury. Is knowledgeable about and responsive to the mission of the hospital. The PCA promotes a patient and family experience oriented environment and acts as a change agent to meet the rapidly changing census and needs of all customers-both internal and external. The PCA measures and records vital signs, intake and output, assists patients with activities of daily living, and provides safe transportation and environment for patients. The PCA is cross trained to support the clinical and clerical sides of the business.

Department Specific Job Details:

Hours: M-F 8-430P

Education:

HSD/GED is required

Experience:

PCA training or PCA experience or actively enrolled in a health care related education program is required
1-2 years STNA experience in hospital setting is preferred

Certification/Licensure:

CPR is preferred at hire, but must be obtained within 2 weeks of start date

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