Patient Care Technician - FT/Day - Adult Surgical Critical Care Unit - A6S

Indiana University Health
Indianapolis, IN
Category Healthcare
Job Description
The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) works under the direction of the registered nurse (RN) as a non-licensed team member. The PCA provides care to designated patients and supports the patient care team.

Requirements

  • Current Basic Life Support certification through the AHA or attainment at the completion of the IU Health PCA education program
  • Knowledge of care appropriate to the age and developmental level of the patients served
  • Knowledge of procedures and standards related to patient care activities
  • Proficiency in interpersonal and communication skills
  • Constant mental awareness and the ability to withstand a high level of tension and stress
  • Ability to maintain concentration when subjected to frequent and varied interruptions and variable noise levels
  • Ability to exercise judgment and initiative in the resolution of problems encountered
  • Ability to set priorities and manage a high workload within a limited time for completion
  • Knowledge of procedures; equipment; software and standards related to patient care activities
  • Knowledge of principles of infection control
  • Ability to perform physically demanding; repetitious movements
  • Ability to read and perform basic math
  • Ability to organize tasks and attend to details
  • Knowledge of principles of good personal hygiene and aseptic techniques to prevent infection of patients; self; and others

Benefits

  • 401(k) Matching
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
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