Description

Patient Care Assistant (PCA)
Each day, Cullman Regional team members come to work with a commitment to collaborate, share knowledge, communicate and most important to support one another in what we do, knowing that every moment here matters. Cullman Regional’s story is one of change and growth – from a with 1,400 team members sharing a culture of accountability, innovation, and teamwork. 115-bed rural hospital six years ago to a 145-bed hospital with a fully integrated healthcare system of clinics and outpatient services

We invite you to become part of Cullman’s comprehensive healthcare network where our mission is to serve the community by providing high quality healthcare services while striving to exceed patients’ expectations. Within our organization and through our mission, you will be able to accomplish your professional goals, and know that, at the end of the day, you truly made a difference.

Job Summary:
The PCA assumes responsibility for certain technical aspects of patient care as directed by the RN/LPN to include checking vital signs and blood glucose levels, assisting with grooming activities including bathing, hair washing and brushing. Assistants change and clean patients with incontinence garments and bedpans. Patients may require assistance walking, getting out of bed, changing clothing, and eating. Assistants bring patients to other areas of the hospital for testing or procedures.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE:

• Med/Surg floors – no experience required, however experience is preferred
• CCU, ER, Float Pool – minimum one year experience preferred