Job Summary:

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) will provide assistance with clerical and clinical activities under the direction and supervision of the RN, provides basic patient care and helps coordinate the needs of the nursing unit including answering the phone/call lights, assisting with ADL's, and helping with errands on and off the unit. Clerical work will be conducted when clinical work is not being completed. The intention is to minimize clerical functions for other personal to maximize their other rules, thus improving patient flow and satisfaction, under the RN's oversight. Part-time, 40 hours per pay period.

Education/Requirements/Knowledge/Skills:

• Education:
• High School graduate or GED.
• Must have active Iowa Certified Nursing Assistant certification.
• Completes Dependent/Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporting within 6 months of hire.
• Renews Dependent/Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporting requirement every 5 years.
• Maintains current BLS certification.
• Excellent communication skills including speaking, hearing and written skills.
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills and ability to deal with diverse audiences.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Adapts positively to the ever-changing healthcare environment by support technology and process changes.
• Must be comfortable using excel, and word
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours to accommodate residents and meet requirements of the job.
• Adapts positively to the ever-changing health care environment by supporting technology and process changes.