Job Description
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the direct supervision of a licensed care practitioner, the Patient Care Assistant II provides and documents clinical care and associated tasks as assigned. Applies appropriate age and developmental approach in application of care. Regularly performs a supportive role to physicians nurses and families in the delivery of patient care by assisting patient care delivery team with emergency calls and clinical communications and performing admission discharge and transfer workflows. Responds to emergency codes by performing appropriate protocols and identifying, initiating and using vital resources. Prepares and maintains patient medical record on the clinical unit including the medical record discharge process. Enters compiles and reviews reports in a timely and accurate manner. Performs administrative duties as assigned.
SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Proven experience as PCA
- Committed to health & safety
- Well-organized
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Positive and conscientious demeanor
- Strong ethics
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent
- BLS for Healthcare Providers issued by the American Heart Association
One of the following:
1. Completion of a CNA, Medical Assistant or Emergency Medical Technician program
2. Enrolled in a Registered Nurse program AND completed at least 1 clinical acute hospital rotation.
Knowledge of medical terminology
The Bernardy Center requires a current Certified Nursing Assistant certification
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate's Degree
Certified Medical Assistant
Certified Nursing Assistant
Certified CA EMT
Completion of a RN/LVN pediatric rotation
More than one-year previous healthcare or unit clerk experience
Bilingual preferred
The current salary range for this position is $22.00 to $30.27
Rady Children's Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the "date posted" until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.
EOE including disability/vet
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