Patient Care Assist (SSN)-FIT
Company: Loma Linda University Health
Location: San Bernardino
Posted on: March 16, 2023
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Job Description:
Supplemental Staffing Network (Full-time, Night Shift) -
Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of
Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility,
integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.
The SSN FIT Patient Care Assistant (PCA) is a member of the
organization-wide internal float-pool that serves multiple
hospitals under the Loma Linda University Health (LLUH) system.
SSN-FIT PCA employees do not have a home-base unit, but instead,
functions out of a home department and are scheduled and assigned
according to the needs of the organization. Supplements
unit/department-based resources during periods of high census
fluctuation, legislative leaves and staffing needs. Must
demonstrate flexibility and willingly accept changing assignments
and job duties at the beginning and throughout the shift as
requested. Serves as a proficient team member in both pediatric and
adult areas and works under the direct supervision of a Registered
Nurse to perform direct and indirect age-specific and
developmentally appropriate care that provides a safe, comfortable
and healing environment. Utilizes interpersonal skills to maximize
customer service in a manner that supports excellence in safe
patient care and professionalism. Contributes to a work environment
of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and
patient population. Performs other duties as needed.
High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)
certificate and successful completion of an approved Certified
Nursing Assistant (CNA) program or successful completion of a
Medical Assisting (MA) program, or completion of School of Nursing
Fundamentals required. Minimum six months nursing assistant or MA
experience preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued
by American Heart Association required.
Knowledge of unlicensed assistant personnel scope of practice for
healthcare required. Able to speak, read and write legibly in
English (and Spanish preferred); use computer, printer and software
programs necessary to the position, e.g., Outlook, electronic
medical record, electronic event reporting program; operate and
troubleshoot patient care equipment required for the position;
perform basic patient care activities using proper body mechanics
and safety precautions; relate and communicate positively,
effectively and professionally with others; be consistent in
following policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under
pressure; orient and teach employees new to PCA position; accept
direction; collaborate with RN to problem solve; perform duties
with supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple
patient assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload;
problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close
attention to detail; hear sufficiently for general conversation in
person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various
sounds associated with the work place; see adequately to read
computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary
to position; discern temperature variances through touch; exhibit
professional behavior at all times.
Additional Information
Compensation
US Dollar (USD)
17.07
US Dollar (USD)
23.53
Keywords: Loma Linda University Health, San Bernardino , Patient Care Assist (SSN)-FIT, Other , San Bernardino, California
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