Patient Care Associate (PCA) Student Training - Bon Secours Mercy Health : Job Details

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.Bon SecoursAbout UsAs a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.Patient Care Technician (PCT) Trainee – St. Francis DowntownJob Summary:The Patient Care Tech Trainee provides direct patient care under the guidance and oversight of the Registered Nurse or designated health care professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health. The Patient Care Tech Trainee program is a temporary nurse aid training program that enhances working clinical experience.Essential Functions:Under direction of a designated preceptor, supports in the application of the nursing process:Provides basic patient care to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, and assists with mobility, including unit-based specialty duties.Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and/or concerns.Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patient's family, visitors, and employees.Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care.Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.Performs delegated tasks with oversight to gain training on competency aligning with education.Licensure/Certification:Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)Experience:Recent experience in a healthcare environment, with a preference for the setting in which they are applying (preferred, not required)Skills & Abilities:Possesses problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal skillsEngage with staff and patients in a professional mannerAbility to be proactive in a rapidly changing environmentKnowledge of patient and healthcare safety standards, regulations and infection preventionUse of clinical technologyAccountability for completion of assigned tasks and escalation of concerns as necessaryMany of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife insurance w/AD&DEmployer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much more*Benefits offerings vary according to employment statusAll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]