PCA/CNA

Job Summary
Join our dedicated healthcare team as a PCA/CNA, where your compassionate care and clinical skills will make a meaningful difference in patients' lives. In this vital role, you will provide direct patient assistance, support medical staff, and ensure a safe, comfortable environment for individuals across various care settings. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will help promote healing, independence, and dignity for those you serve. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in a dynamic healthcare environment while making a positive impact every day.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility using tools like Hoyer lifts and other assistive devices
• Monitor and record vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rates, ensuring accurate medical documentation in EMR (Electronic Medical Records) and EHR (Electronic Health Records) systems
• Support medication administration under supervision, adhering to HIPAA regulations and aseptic techniques to maintain patient safety and confidentiality
• Provide specialized care for individuals with dementia or Alzheimer's disease, including memory care techniques and behavioral health support
• Perform catheter care, wound dressing changes, and basic phlebotomy procedures when trained and certified
• Assist in emergency situations by applying CPR or basic life support protocols and responding swiftly to urgent care needs in high-acuity environments such as ICU or trauma centers
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in diverse settings including hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, outpatient clinics, home & community care programs, and behavioral health units
• CASE INFORMATION: Male client, hours 12p-6p Monday-Friday with the potential for more.

Experience

• Prior experience working in critical care environments such as ICU or Level I trauma centers is highly desirable
• Proven background in medical-surgical units or emergency medicine settings with familiarity in acute care procedures
• Experience with EMR/EHR systems like Epic, Cerner, eClinicalWorks or similar platforms for accurate documentation
• Knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, anatomy, and infection control practices including aseptic technique
• Hands-on experience caring for patients with complex needs such as infectious diseases or those requiring hospice or palliative care
• Demonstrated caregiving skills working with children or individuals with disabilities across inpatient or outpatient settings
• Certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS), Phlebotomy certification (preferred), and relevant state licensing requirements are advantageous

Join us to be part of a passionate team committed to delivering exceptional patient-centered care. Your dedication will help improve health outcomes while advancing your career in a supportive environment that values your skills and compassion.

Pay: $12.77 - $13.50 per hour

Work Location: In person