The Patient Care Assistant is a team member who functions as part of our Emergency Department team caring for our medical and behavioral health patients. PCAs support and collaborate with our care team of physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, social workers, child life and more to provide safe care for our patients.

The PCAs may provide direct patient care, assisting with vitals, applying splints for orthopedic injuries, assisting with procedure holds for laceration repairs, IVs and lumbar punctures or assisting with the flow of the department, rooming patients, providing comfort care items, cleaning rooms, or transporting. In addition, the ED PCA is trained in the role of our hospital unit clerk, and may have to occasionally step into this role, answering internal and external phone calls from staff, the community, and local hospitals.

The third role includes the role of a patient safety monitor with our behavioral health patients, while in this role they continuously monitor patient behavior, documenting changes, or preferences, engage in safe distractions/activities/therapeutic conversations while they await an appropriate disposition. They should be flexible and adaptable and comfortable, changing hats and responsibilities to assist with the needs of the department at any time during their shift. They should be strong communicators, team players and comfortable with de-escalation techniques and managing challenging behaviors. 

Night shift 1900-0730, 3 12-hour shifts 

Weekend requirements are 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule per CBA guidelines. Night shift (1900 and 1600) weekend days are Friday and Saturday 

JOB SUMMARY:
Under the direct supervision of a licensed care practitioner, the Patient Care Assistant II provides and documents clinical care and associated tasks as assigned. Applies appropriate age and developmental approach in application of care. Regularly performs a supportive role to physicians nurses and families in the delivery of patient care by assisting patient care delivery team with emergency calls and clinical communications and performing admission discharge and transfer workflows. Responds to emergency codes by performing appropriate protocols and identifying, initiating and using vital resources. Prepares and maintains patient medical record on the clinical unit including the medical record discharge process. Enters compiles and reviews reports in a timely and accurate manner. Performs administrative duties as assigned.

SKILLS REQUIRED:
-  Proven experience as PCA
-  Committed to health & safety
-  Well-organized
-  Excellent communication and people skills
-  Positive and conscientious demeanor
-  Strong ethics

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
-  High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent 
-  BLS for Healthcare Providers issued by the American Heart Association
One of the following:
1. Completion of a CNA or Medical Assistant program or enrolled in a Registered Nurse program completed at least 1 clinical acute hospital rotation.
Knowledge of medical terminology
CA Driver's License and Proof of Auto Insurance (for Urgent Care only)
The Bernardy Center requires a current Certified Nursing Assistant certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate's Degree
Certified Medical Assistant 
Certified Nursing Assistant
Completion of a RN/LVN pediatric rotation
More than one-year previous healthcare or unit clerk experience
Bilingual preferred

The expected hiring range for this position is $20.96 to $28.81 

Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable.  We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector.  The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates.  Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity.