Patient Care Associate: Elective Orthopedics B3W 24hrs/week Days

Department/Unit: Elective Orthopedics - B3W; Work Shift: Day (United States); Salary Range: $41,923.00 - $54,500.00. The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) will work under the direction of the Registered Nurse. During the assigned work period, PCAs will collect patient data, complete personal care of the patient, perform point of care testing such as whole blood glucose, turn and position and/or mobilize patients, and assist with caring for the needs of assigned patients with a focus on progress toward discharge, including during transitions within the acute care stay. The PCA is trained to perform technical procedures such as blood draw and electrocardiography. The Patient Care Assistant promotes the availability of resources for patient care through collaboration with Materiel’s Coordinators for use, stocking, and storage of supplies. The Patient Care Assistant participates in the creation and maintenance of a clean, orderly, and safe environment of care. PCAs may also be asked to provide the service of activity companion for patients requiring observation. The Patient Care Assistant is responsible for assisting in the delivery of patient care provided by the caregiving team and assures that competent, compassionate patient care is uniformly provided. Responsibilities Collect pertinent data and information relative to the patient’s health or situation, including vital signs, height and weight, and food and fluid intake and output. Report abnormal findings to the RN and patient care team. Participate in care planning and the nursing report process. Incorporate patient and family rights to participate in decision‑making about their care. Utilize standardized techniques for keeping patients and families informed. Provide personal care to patients including bathing, oral care, and skin care. Assist patients with eating and hydration, grooming, dressing, and toileting. Incorporate safe patient handling into basic restorative care such as ambulation, range of motion, and use of assistive and prosthetic devices. Employ strategies to promote a clean, orderly, and safe environment. Demonstrate standard transmission‑based precautions and infection control techniques. Provide details related to patient progress toward the achievement of goals and outcomes to the RN. Document all care in the patient record. Access to information may be required for sensitive data, including HIPAA Protected Health Information. Workforce members must ensure that access is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary, and that information is protected from unauthorized access and modification. Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr 100 Albany Med Health System