Patient Care Associate -IMCU-FT- Days-MHW

Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well‑being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience. Summary Under the supervision of an RN, performs basic patient care and other related technical and clinical support activities. Responsibilities Additional duties as assigned. Assists with keeping patient rooms/areas stocked, clean and orderly. Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, EKG testing, phlebotomy, taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output. Monitors patient status and response; Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff. Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and eating. Assist with transporting patients, as needed. Competencies Accountability Customer Service Organization Skills (4) Patient and Family Centered Care Patient Safety – Ancillary/Support Problem Solving Responding to Change Standards of Behavior Education and Certification Requirements No Degree or any other education earned (Required) BLS American Heart E‑Card (BLS AHA ECARD) – American Heart Association BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) – American Heart Association BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) – Red Cross Additional Job Information Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: Three (3) months of patient care experience demonstrating the ability to perform basic patient care or certification of completion from formal training program required. Other Information: EKG and phlebotomy competencies are required within six (6) months of hire date. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements Bending and Stooping = 60% Climbing = 20% Keyboard Entry = 60% Kneeling = 60% Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 60% Lifting or Carrying 0 – 25 lbs Non‑Patient = 60% Lifting or Carrying 25 – 75 lbs Non‑Patient = 60% Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non‑Patient = 0% Pushing or Pulling 0 – 25 lbs Non‑Patient = 60% Pushing or Pulling 26 – 75 lbs Non‑Patient = 60% Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non‑Patient = 60% Reaching = 60% Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 20% Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 60% Running = 40% Sitting = 60% Squatting = 60% Standing = 60% Walking = 60% Audible Speech = 60% Hearing Acuity = 60% Smelling Acuity = 0% Taste Discrimination = 0% Depth Perception = 60% Distinguish Color = 60% Seeing – Far = 60% Seeing – Near = 60% Bio hazardous Waste = 60% Biological Hazards – Respiratory = 60% Biological Hazards – Skin or Ingestion = 60% Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 60% Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60% Asbestos = 0% Cytotoxic Chemicals = 20% Dust = 40% Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 60% Hazardous Chemicals = 20% Hazardous Medication = 20% Latex = 20% Computer Monitor = 60% Domestic Animals = 20% Extreme Heat/Cold = 0% Fire Risk = 0% Hazardous Noise = 0% Heating Devices = 0% Hypoxia = 0% Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0% Magnetic Fields = 0% Moving Mechanical Parts = 60% Needles/Sharp Objects = 60% Potential Electric Shock = 0% Potential for Physical Assault = 20% Radiation = 20% Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0% Unprotected Heights = 0% Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60% Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law. Veteran Preference We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program. Disability Accommodation If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io (M‑F, 8 am‑5 pm) or email. #J-18808-Ljbffr Memorial Healthcare System