Patient Care Assoc Med Surg FT Afternoons
Company: DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital
Location: Detroit
Posted on: April 25, 2024
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Job Description:
DMC Harper University Hospital has distinguished itself in surgery
and medicine and is known for its clinical expertise and innovative
research. A specialty referral hospital, Harper has established
Centers of Excellence in neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular
services, multidisciplinary cardiovascular services, hypertension,
stroke prevention and heart failure.
Job Description:
The Patient Care Associate (PCA) is a member of the patient care
services team with primary responsibilities for technical,
multi-skilled direct and indirect patient care activities. The PCA
is assigned to work under the supervision of a registered nurse who
delegates tasks based upon patient needs and PCA skills and
abilities. The PCA will report all deviations from expected patient
parameters to the registered nurse.
1. Collaborates and cooperates with care team members to ensure
consistency and quality of care and promotes productive employee
relations among staff members. Demonstrates an understanding of and
commitment to the philosophy and objective of continuous
improvement, team work and the mission, vision and values of the
DMC.*
2.Performs a variety of basic patient care activities under the
direction of a registered nurse. Reports changes in patient medical
and/or emotional condition to the registered nurse. Assists nursing
personnel in responding to various emergency patient
situations.*
3. Assists patient in activities of daily living by feeding,
bathing, toileting and other personal hygiene regimes.*
4. Follows all departmental policies, procedures and objectives;
continuous improvement initiatives; safety environmental and
infection control standards. *
5. Demonstrates sensitivity to patient comfort and privacy and
expresses interest in patient progress. Answers questions from
patients and their families and explains procedures and processes
within the scope of their training/abilities. Maintains
confidentiality. *
6. As required by unit needs, performs general clerical duties
which may include, but are not limited to, answering telephones and
call lights, greeting patients and visitors.*
7. Enhances personal growth through participation in workshops,
educational programs, in-service meetings and reviewing current
literature. Shares joint accountability (with the institution) for
maintaining competencies. *
8. Performs other tasks as assigned (see task list).*
* The essential functions of this job include but are not limited
to those marked with an asterisk.
Qualifications:
1. High school diploma or GED.
2. Graduation from a school of practical nursing OR
3. Completion of one of the following:
a. A Certified PCA/PCT Program.
b. A Certified Nurse Assistant Program or equivalent training.
c. A Medical Assistant Program.
d. An EMT program. e. A phlebotomy training program. With six (6)
months direct patient care experience, preferred.
Job:
Nursing Assistants and PCA
Primary Location:
Detroit, Michigan
Facility:
DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital
Job Type:
Full Time
Shift Type:
Evening
Shift Begin:
7:00 PM
Shift End:
7:00 AM
2406001438Employment practices will not be influenced or affected
by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex
(including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic
information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will
make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with
disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
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