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Scripps Health PCA/Nurse Assistant - Encinitas Medical Acute - Nights in San Diego, California
*This is a benefit-eligible, full-time position (72 hours every two weeks), working 12-hour night shifts on various days and located at Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas in the Medical Acute 2 South unit. *
Join the Scripps Health team and work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare. Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide.
Why join Scripps Health?
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- Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years
The ideal candidate will be someone who is self-motivated and committed to providing exceptional patient care. In this role you will be assisting patients with their activities of daily living, performing vital signs, and performing EKGs. This 32 bed unit hosts primarily a patient population of medical, telemetry, and stroke patients. We are looking for someone who is looking to can work efficiently and collaborate as a team.
The general duties of the Patient Care Assistant include:
- Provides excellent service to patients as a key member of the clinical care team
- Assists patients with personal needs and activities of daily living, collects data, and ensures the patient has a safe, organized environment
- Assists with patient care within the scope permitted and under the direction of a clinician
- Supports the unit with a variety of patient logistic, clerical, equipment/supply, and charge reconciliation duties
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Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:
- One year of recent experience working under the license of an licensed healthcare provider OR current enrollment or completion of Nursing Assistant training from a recognized school OR current enrollment in an RN program with completion of the second semester, including nursing fundamentals
- Must be able to speak, read and follow instruction in English
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a service aptitude
American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Provider
- Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certifications:* :
CNA certification
- Multiple patient care skills preferred
- Preferred one-year acute care experience
Job: *Clinical Support
Organization: *Scripps Encinitas Hospital
Title: PCA/Nurse Assistant - Encinitas Medical Acute - Nights
Location: Northern San Diego County-ENCINITAS-SCRIPPS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL ENCINITAS
Requisition ID: 242001405