Patient Care Assistant Medical Surgery

Primary City/State:

Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name:

M/S-Surgical 5A

Work Shift:

Night

Job Category:

Clinical Care

* Sign-On Bonus of $3000 Available for Certified/Licensed CNA/LNA's *

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Banner Estrella Medical Center is in the Southwest region of Phoenix has beautiful views of the Estrella Mountains and is in a fast-growing community. 

Banner Estrella Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to join our Medical Surgery Ortho Unit and may float ED, PCU, ICU, & WIS. As a Patient Care Assistant in the Med Surg Ortho unit, you will care for a variety of patients, ranging from medical, surgical, orthopedic, bowel and trauma surgical patient population.  Bring your passion for patient care to our mission of making health care easier. As an Adult Acute Care Patient Care Assistant you will be integral to our wonderful culture within a Level 1 Trauma designated hospital. Your career will grow as you are part of a team of likeminded individuals who have the opportunity to impact change in departmental and shared leadership committees.   

• Full-Time Night Shift Available (FT 3-12 hour shift)
• Shift Hours can be from 6pm-6:30am (Days)
• You can utilize our self-scheduling tool for shift and weekend coverage.There are no set schedules so can work any day during the 7-week period
• You can know your shift a month in advance generally.
• Varied Shifts = could be working days nights, weekends
• Weekend Rotations are required in this role. Every 3rd weekend is required;
• Rotating Holidays Required - 1 major and 1 minor
• Enjoy a flat rate $1/hour weekend shift differential and an 18%-Night Shift differential when applicable

Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Banner Health. Banner Health offers a variety of benefits to help you and your family. We provide health and financial security options so you can focus on being the best at what you do and enjoying your life

Banner Estrella Medical Center is a 317-bed acute care hospital providing a full range of health care services to the fast growing communities of west Phoenix. Opened in 2005, this is an innovative, fully electronic facility that features electronic medical records, computerized physician order entry, digital radiography, sophisticated ICU monitoring and much more. In fact, we've been named one of the "ten most innovative hospitals in the country" by Newsweek Magazine and are recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals. The hospital is also designed to provide a soothing, healing atmosphere for both patients and their family members. We encourage the use of such therapies as pet therapy, aromatherapy, spiritual care and Reiki Therapy.

POSITION SUMMARY:
This incumbent provides routine patient care to promote patient comfort and contributes to the overall patient plan of care. This position is responsible for on-going patient data collection and documentation in the medical records. The position also performs a variety of support functions which contribute to the overall efficient operation of the nursing unit/department.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Assists with daily living activities and completes necessary tasks to promote patient health, including assisting patients with basic hygiene needs, maintaining an optimum level of mobility and providing assistance with nutritional intake as needed.

2. Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements in accordance with policy and standards of care. Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care. Assists in the transportation of patient specimens.

3. Recognizes and reports abnormalities and/or changes in the patient’s health status and responses to treatment to a licensed professional. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided.

4. Performs procedures and uses equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, consistent with demonstrated competencies and according to state scope of practice. Procedures may include blood draws, foley catheter removal, IV removal, EKGs and Health Unit Coordinator duties. Provides necessary supplies, support and assistance to clinical staff and patients for procedures, under the direct supervision of a licensed professional.

5. Performs