Supplemental PCA - Cardiology 7-3/3-11
Memorial Hermann, Houston, TX
(Full time)

Position responsible for performing advanced indirect and selected direct patient care duties in support of the nursing process in a competent manner under the direction of an RN or LVN and for performing related clerical functions responsible for performing Unit Clerk and phlebotomy duties as well as for serving as preceptor and resource to staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating both Behaviors and Operating Principles in all internal and external customer interactions. Performs duties with accountability, competency, innovation, collaboration, compassion and respect to create the best possible outcomes with exceptional customer experiences.
2. Certified as a Nursing Assistant by the Texas Department of Health OR at least 5 years work experience in an acute care hospital as a Nursing Assistant.
3. Ability to understand written instructions and perform basic mathematical calculations demonstrates skills for assigned specialty area/function or assigned procedures.
4. Demonstrated ability to perform duties with increased responsibilities.
5. Ability to perform duties requiring prolonged standing, walking, stooping, bending, and lifting.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
1. Delivers appropriate advanced indirect and selected direct patient care at a competent level as directed by a physician, registered nurse or licensed vocational nurse within the scope of hospital-approved PCA II skills inventory according to the needs/age of the patient/population served collaborates with other members of the healthcare team to plan, expedite and promote quality patient care employs critical thinking skills when identifying and responding to abnormal findings, reporting such to the nurse immediately maintains simple drainage devices takes patients' TPR and blood pressure, monitors intake and output, and maintains related records performs skin preps and prepares patients for procedures as directed.
2. Assists patients with written teaching protocols prepares patients for meals and feeds them performs/assists with baths assists patient in mobility performs assigned treatments, as directed maintains equipment and patient rooms in orderly fashion performs assigned data entry via computer serves as Unit Clerk and/or monitors patients as assigned.
3. Ensures safe care to patients adhering to policies/procedures/standards of care, within budgetary specifications, including time management, supply management, and accuracy of practice.
4. Promotes individual professional growth/development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education/skills competency supports department goals which contribute to the success of the organization serves as preceptor/mentor/resource to less experienced staff.

Hours will be Supplemental 3 pm - 11 pm on a busy Cardiology Unit. Previous experience as a nursing assistant in a hospital is required. CNA certification is highly preferred. Position is required to work every other weekend

Houston, TX

Houston, Texas
 
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