Patient Care Assistant PCA - Oncology Bariatric Unit 4 Lacks - Grand Rapids Main Hospital
Company: Trinity Health Michigan
Location: Grand Rapids
Posted on: October 27, 2024
Job Description:
Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Night
ShiftDescription:Our Trinity Health 4Lacks Unit consists of
Oncology patients and Bariatric surgery patients. Also used for
General Med Surg patients, overflow area; general surgery patients.
With Oncology, includes a lot of end of life/comfort care. This
unit is very relationship-based - patients may have long stays on
the unit or may be returning patients over a span of 10 years. PCAs
are with the patients and their families during very rough times.
Our employee referral program bonus for this role is $500 for
referring part time candidates and $750 for referring full time
candidates. What Patient Care Assistant, PCA will do:
- Respond to patient call lights for assistance or by
rounding
- Obtaining vital signs from patient
- Provide or assist patients with personal hygiene including
showers, oral hygiene and dressing/undressing
- Transports patients as needed for procedures, transfers or
discharge
- Maintains a clean and uncluttered environment in patient
rooms
- Observes patient's condition and progress (or lack of progress)
toward defined outcomes, in collaboration with the RN.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.What Patient Care
Assistant, PCA will need:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- One of the following: Certified Nursing Assistant, 6 months
experience as a Patient Care Assistant or Nurse Technician in an
acute care setting, completion of 1 clinical semester in nursing
school, or completion of the MHSM PCA training program upon
hire.
- BCLS certification obtained within one week of hire.
- Well developed communication skills, both written and oral
- Able to communicate effectively with individuals and groups
representing divers perspectives
- Articulates and demonstrates commitment to the philosophy,
values, mission and vision of the organization
- Delivers patient care based on standards of care, standards of
practice, and policies and procedures in collaboration with the
RN.Highlights:
- Magnet designated facility with active shared decision making
councils.--- We continuously strive to improve outcomes and provide
exceptional experiences for our patients, staff, and community
- Comprehensive benefit packages available including medical,
dental, vision, paid time off, 403B and education assistance
- We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a
compassionate and transforming healing presence within our
communities.Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity
Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare
systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and
Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all
that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences,
customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best
selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most
accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is
an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other
status protected by law. Associated topics: aide, bhlex, certified
home health aide, delivery, delivery room, elderly, midwife, nurse,
pct, rss
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