POSITION SUMMARYPatient Care Attendant performs patient care activities including constant, close observation of an assigned patient, and assistance with activities of daily living (as described in Criteria 3 below). Maintains a safe and clean environment in accordance with MAHHC policy and procedure. Intervenes as necessary to prevent physical harm to patients who might be at high risk to injure themselves or others due to confusion, delirium, self-destructive behavior, or a high likelihood of falling. PCA works with others in the healthcare team to assure prompt intervention to maintain patient safety and to support patient care workflow. The PCA may be assigned to the Acute, Rehab or Emergency Departments based on the immediate needs of the hospitalQUALIFICATIONSEducation: Minimum of high school education desired. Part time position may be held by high school students.Experience: Previous health related clinical experience preferred. Good Communication skills both verbal and written. Computer experience preferred.
Area of Interest:Nursing;
Work Status:As Needed;
Job ID:3587
Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Dartmouth Hitchcock Clinics comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. We do not exclude or treat people differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.