Patient Care Associate, Medical Surgical Neurology, FT, Days - Miami, Florida - CNA
Company: Jackson Memorial Hospital
Location: Miami
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Patient Care Associate, Medical Surgical Neurology, FT, Days -
Miami, FloridaDescription Department: Medical Surgical Neurology -
West Wing 11 Address: 1611 NW 12 Ave, Miami, FL 33136 Hours: 7:00
AM-- - 7:30 PM, rotating weekends Position Summary Patient Care
Associate provides patient focused, age-specific, information and
clinical based support to patients through the utilization of
appropriate health information equipment/systems. This is the level
3 job in the nursing support career ladder. Duties &
Responsibilities Uses a systematic process to provide/modify care
and patient/family education. Assists health care team with simple
procedures; prepares supplies & equipment; provides patient/family
support, assists in positioning patients, sets up/or remove
equipment etc. Under direction, performs a variety of tasks
associated with generalized patient care (vital signs, feeding,
mobility, drainage, and personal hygiene: bath, dressing, bed
making/linen changes etc.). Utilizes specialized equipment as
needed when providing patient care. Prepares and cleans exam rooms,
patient treatment areas and stretchers between patient uses.
Transports patients to and from treatment areas when needed. Cleans
assigned area after patient's treatment, as needed according to
departmental procedures. Takes and picks up food orders for
patient's kitchen evaluation. Assists in the fabrication of
adaptive and assistive equipment, i.e. washing mitts, wheelchair
gloves, safety belts, straps, etc. Keeps the storage closet in
order and stocked. Assists with office duties as needed. Assists
and provides support to the health care team including set-up,
equipment prep, clean up and restocking and specimen labeling.
Attentive to patient care needs that meets clinical goal for
routine visits. Responsive in meeting patient flow processes that
reduce patient waiting time for procedures. Adjusts work pace, as
directed to meet volume demands of clinical unit. Demonstrates
flexibility and willingness to support delivery model of care as
defined by ANM/NM. Schedules appointments for referrals/consults as
assigned, minimizes distractions. Consistently adheres to time outs
prior to start of surgical and invasive procedures per policy.
Follows policies on identification of patients, hand
hygiene/infection control and all other related unit specific
policies and procedures, as detailed on the unit specific
competency checklist. Performs phlebotomy function as assigned.
Employees assigned to units performing phlebotomy function must
have completed an accredited phlebotomy program. Utilizes job and
unit specific equipment as required. Demonstrates behaviors of
service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability,
Respect and Expertise). Performs all other related job duties as
assigned. QualificationsExperience: Generally requires 0 to 3 years
of related experience.Education: Completion of an approved Medical
Assistant or Nursing Assistant training program is
required.Licensure Certification: Medical Assistant Certification
OR Certified Nursing Assistant license, including Phlebotomy is
required. Employees hired into PCA classification before 08/09/2020
are grandfathered in for the certification / license requirement.
Incumbents performing phlebotomy function must have a proof of
completion of an accredited phlebotomy program. American Heart
Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
certification with at least 6 months validity required.Knowledge
Skill Abilities: Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work
accurately while meeting multiple deadlines. Ability to communicate
effectively in both oral and written form. Ability to handle
difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and
professional composure. Ability to understand and follow
instructions. Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate
technology and software applications. Must meet and maintain
current all unit specific and organizational skills/competencies,
certifications/licensures, as required by the nursing area.
Keywords: Jackson Memorial Hospital, Miami , Patient Care Associate, Medical Surgical Neurology, FT, Days - Miami, Florida - CNA, Healthcare , Miami, Florida
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