Pca Med-surg Nights

Ochsner Health

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Direct patient care delivery
Maintain patient safety protocols
Effective verbal communication skills
** Ochsner Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) for the Med-surg Nights department, responsible for providing basic patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, some personal care experience, and the ability to communicate effectively while maintaining patient safety and comfort. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves working collaboratively to maintain patient safety and provide basic patient care under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
  • Employees are expected to communicate effectively with co-workers, patients, families, and visitors while performing all functions delegated by the nurse staff.
  • Ochsner Health seeks dedicated individuals who share their commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate in a supportive team environment.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Ochsner Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) for the Med-surg Nights department, responsible for providing basic patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, some personal care experience, and the ability to communicate effectively while maintaining patient safety and comfort. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct patient care delivery
  • Maintain patient safety protocols
  • Effective verbal communication skills
  • Data entry and retrieval proficiency
  • Flexible shift availability including nights

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative team environment
  • Adaptability to diverse patient populations
  • Strong organizational and time management
  • Commitment to innovation and service

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 3 months personal care experience preferred
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days
  • Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) certification within 30 days

Work Rights

Not specified

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