Health Care Association Med Surg Telemetry St. Joseph Warren Hospital

Health Care Associate

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Work Shift: Days/Afternoons (United States of America)

This is a collective bargaining unit position.

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Health Care Associate (HCA) provides direct patient care under the guidance 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 the organization.

Essential Job Functions

• 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 docume...