Patient Care Associate | 1E Acute Care | Full Time | Nights
Pascagoula, MS On-site
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About the role
The Patient Care Associate provides basic nursing care (i.e. personal and restorative care) to patients according to predefined guidelines; a plan of care established by a Registered Nurse or LPN; and under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse or LPN. The plan of care will utilize the CDC Guidelines for Infection Control as well as the Singing River Health System Departments of Nursing Plan for Provision of Care, Treatment, and Services. Expectation is for all performed duties to be in accordance with Singing River Health System procedures and policies, accreditation organization, and governing guidance and publications for health care employees.
What you'll bring
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Must complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
- Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days)
- must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.
- Equivalent related work experience or completion of a Nurse Aide program required.
- Must be able to be active for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue.
- Must be able to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may be instituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts or weekends.
- Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision-making abilities.
- Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
- Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels.
- Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.