Patient Care Associate- Med​/Surg Pavilion- FullTime Nights

Overview

The Patient Care Associate (PCA) provides age-specific patient centered-care. As a member of the patient care team, is expected to take direction from the RN for patient care assignments.

Age of Patients Served:
All Age Groups

• High School Diploma or GED
• One of the following:
  • CNA License
  • Completion of fundamentals of nursing concepts (RN or LPN)
  • Completion of EMT Training Program
  • Completion of a Certified Medical Assistant Program
  • Equivalent military training as a hospital corpsman or medic

• Demonstrates teamwork and communicates in a professional manner with all members of the healthcare team
• Demonstrates the ability to learn and apply all hospital computer technologies and procedures that affect patient care delivery
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology and standard precautions
• Ability to read/write in English

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification;
State of Florida Certified Nursing Assistant required for TCU;
Crisis Prevention Institute training within ninety (90) days, and then annually, is required for Psych Unit.

Preferred Licensure/

Certifications:

Certified Nursing Assistant in State of Florida.

Required:

one year of Providing patient care.

Preferred Experience:

At least one (1) year providing patient care.