Patient Care Associate
JOB
Summary:
Assists in providing patient care and treatment in accordance with the Division of Nursing Standards.
Maintains in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment, assists the patient care team to provide various patient care activities and maintains service excellence focus for efficient and quality operation.
The age of population served is neonate to geriatric or as defined in unit-specific structural standards in the assigned area.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Education & Training:
Active certification or licensed Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic by the Maryland Institute of Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS) required.
Current BLS required.
Work Orientation &
Experience:
One (1) year previous experience as an Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic required.
Skills & Abilities:
Ability to:
a) read, write and comprehend medical terminology; b) effectively convey verbal and written information; c) follow directions; d) perform simple mathematical calculations correctly; e) respond to emergency situations appropriately; f) adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the hospital, including all shifts; g) effectively function as a member of a collaborative team; h) organize and manage time effectively, setting appropriate priorities; i) comply with OSHA standards; and j) understands and respects importance of patient privacy and confidentiality; k) develops and promotes a constructive/positive atmosphere within the work area by demonstrating the ability to maintain cooperation with and assist fellow health team members, physicians, intra and inter-departments, hospital and nursing administration.
Recommended Skills Administration Basic Life Support Calculations Confidentiality Geriatrics Health Care Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Summary:
Assists in providing patient care and treatment in accordance with the Division of Nursing Standards.
Maintains in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment, assists the patient care team to provide various patient care activities and maintains service excellence focus for efficient and quality operation.
The age of population served is neonate to geriatric or as defined in unit-specific structural standards in the assigned area.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Education & Training:
Active certification or licensed Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic by the Maryland Institute of Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS) required.
Current BLS required.
Work Orientation &
Experience:
One (1) year previous experience as an Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic required.
Skills & Abilities:
Ability to:
a) read, write and comprehend medical terminology; b) effectively convey verbal and written information; c) follow directions; d) perform simple mathematical calculations correctly; e) respond to emergency situations appropriately; f) adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the hospital, including all shifts; g) effectively function as a member of a collaborative team; h) organize and manage time effectively, setting appropriate priorities; i) comply with OSHA standards; and j) understands and respects importance of patient privacy and confidentiality; k) develops and promotes a constructive/positive atmosphere within the work area by demonstrating the ability to maintain cooperation with and assist fellow health team members, physicians, intra and inter-departments, hospital and nursing administration.
Recommended Skills Administration Basic Life Support Calculations Confidentiality Geriatrics Health Care Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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