Patient Care Assist (SSN)-FIT
Company: Loma Linda University Health
Location: Loma Linda
Posted on: June 23, 2022
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Job Description:
Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of
Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility,
integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.The SSN FIT Patient Care
Assistant (PCA) is a member of the organization-wide internal
float-pool that serves multiple hospitals under the Loma Linda
University Health (LLUH) system. SSN-FIT PCA employees do not have
a home-base unit, but instead, functions out of a home department
and are scheduled and assigned according to the needs of the
organization. Supplements unit/department-based resources during
periods of high census fluctuation, legislative leaves and staffing
needs. Must demonstrate flexibility and willingly accept changing
assignments and job duties at the beginning and throughout the
shift as requested. Serves as a proficient team member in both
pediatric and adult areas and works under the direct supervision of
a Registered Nurse to perform direct and indirect age-specific and
developmentally appropriate care that provides a safe, comfortable
and healing environment. Utilizes interpersonal skills to maximize
customer service in a manner that supports excellence in safe
patient care and professionalism. Contributes to a work environment
of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and
patient population. Performs other duties as needed.
High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)
certificate and successful completion of an approved Certified
Nursing Assistant (CNA) program or successful completion of a
Medical Assisting (MA) program, or completion of School of Nursing
Fundamentals required. Minimum six months nursing assistant or MA
experience preferred.Knowledge of unlicensed assistant personnel
scope of practice for healthcare required. Able to speak, read and
write legibly in English (and Spanish preferred); use computer,
printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g.,
Outlook, electronic medical record, electronic event reporting
program; operate and troubleshoot patient care equipment required
for the position; perform basic patient care activities using
proper body mechanics and safety precautions; relate and
communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others;
be consistent in following policies; work calmly and respond
courteously when under pressure; orient and teach employees new to
PCA position; accept direction; collaborate with RN to problem
solve; perform duties with supervision; perform basic math
functions; manage multiple patient assignments effectively;
organize and prioritize workload; problem solve; recall information
with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; hear sufficiently for
general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and
distinguish various sounds associated with the work place; see
adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written
documents necessary to position; discern temperature variances
through touch; exhibit professional behavior at all times.Basic
Life Support (BLS) certification issued by American Heart
Association required.
Additional Information
Keywords: Loma Linda University Health, Fontana , Patient Care Assist (SSN)-FIT, Other , Loma Linda, California
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