Patient Care Associate PRN - ICU Mary Black

Job Requirements

The Patient Care Associate (PCA) is responsible for patient related clerical activities, unit clerical duties, computerized order entry procedures, and other unit activities, as applicable. The PCA must be able to provide and understand the specific communication needs of patients, families, and visitors. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the PCA provides focused non-licensed clinical care for patients throughout the age continuum including phlebotomy, basic nursing skills, etc., and environmental assistance to facilitate quality service and improve patient outcomes. The PCA will document and communicate with team members in a timely manner the patient progress, needs and problems. Collaborates with Leadership in developing and implementing the Spartanburg Regional Healthcare Systems, Mission, and Goals.

Minimum Requirements

Education
• High School Graduate or equivalent
• 17-year-olds that will obtain a High School Diploma or GED within six months

Preferred Experience
• Hospital experience
• Graduate Nurse
• Certificate from an approved multi-skilled technician program
• Completion of 1st semester of Nursing Clinicals

Preferred License/Registration/Certifications
• Phlebotomy Certificate
• CNA
• BLS