Summary

The Patient Care Associate / PCA assists nursing service personnel with a variety of patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients.
The Patient Care Associate / PCA assists with personal hygiene, takes vital signs and changes bed linens.
The Patient Care Associate / PCA may serve and collect food trays, provide for between-meal nourishment, and clean, sterilize, store and prepare other supplies.
The Patient Care Associate / PCA has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

Responsibilities

• The Patient Care Associate / PCA relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Works under immediate supervision.
• The Patient Care Associate / PCA typically reports to a registered nurse or supervisor.

Education

Required: High school diploma or GED

Certifications

Required: CPR

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