What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clerk Patient Care Assistant | PACU HVN | Variable | Part time position at UF Health?
Overview
Part time 36 hours/week | Variable
The Clerk PCA functions as an assistant to the Registered Nurse performing routine procedures under his or her supervision. The CPCA provides general clerical support to customers of a patient care unit by functioning as a receptionist, transcriber, monitor of medical records, and information/communication specialist.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Considerations: Successfully complete 12 hour computer(HIS/LRIS)training course and Clerical Training Program. Clear speech and legible handwriting. Ability to handle multiple demands/requests simultaneously. Attention to detail. Manual dexterity. Typewriter keyboard/computer familiarity preferred.
Motor Vehicle Operator Designation: None provided
Licensure/Certification/Registration: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required for those not currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a nursing program.
Part time 36 hours/week | Variable
The Clerk PCA functions as an assistant to the Registered Nurse performing routine procedures under his or her supervision. The CPCA provides general clerical support to customers of a patient care unit by functioning as a receptionist, transcriber, monitor of medical records, and information/communication specialist.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
- Licensed EMT or Paramedic; or
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with high school diploma or equivalent with one (1) year of patient care experience in a clinical setting preferred; or
- Nursing student currently enrolled in an approved program for preparation of either professional nurses or licensed practical nurses - upon successful completion of the didactic and clinical portion of a nursing fundamental course work; or
- Current employees who have completed an approved professional nursing or licensed practical nursing program and are awaiting NCLEX authorization to test (up to 90 days post-graduation); or
- Current employees who have completed an approved professional nursing or licensed practical nursing program and have been unsuccessful in passing the NCLEX examination (up to 6 months post initial authorization to test); or
- Junior and Senior High School Students attending the Institute of Health Professions who are CNAs and have a recommendation from the instructor.
Considerations: Successfully complete 12 hour computer(HIS/LRIS)training course and Clerical Training Program. Clear speech and legible handwriting. Ability to handle multiple demands/requests simultaneously. Attention to detail. Manual dexterity. Typewriter keyboard/computer familiarity preferred.
Motor Vehicle Operator Designation: None provided
Licensure/Certification/Registration: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required for those not currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a nursing program.