Patient Care Associate (PCA) – Float Pool

City

Eau Claire

State

Wisconsin

Telecommute

No

Department

Nursing

Why Mayo Clinic

This unique department comprised of small specialty groups of highly skilled experts that support patient care throughout the hospital.­ Nursing Support Services is home of the float pool, where staff are scheduled and work in a variety of hospital departments.­ The Nursing Support Services department values professionalism, teamwork, and accountability.

Position description

The patient care associate assists patients with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care, which support nursing practice under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. The patient care associate carries out designated activities that are within those functions limited by law to unlicensed nursing personnel. This includes assisting patients with activities of daily living, providing basic nursing care to patients and assisting in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment. Assists RN with procedures and treatments that require competence in advanced technical and manual skills.

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent.

Additional qualifications

Minimum of six months healthcare related experience preferred.

Flexibility (works flexible hours, which include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends). Basic computer skills. Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Verbal and written communication. Promotes team building. Self-directed. Able to adapt to unpredictable situations.

License or certification

Certified Nursing Assistant on State of Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry (required to be in “non-expired” status upon hire).

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification for the Healthcare Provider or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer or will obtain prior to hire.

Exemption status

Non-exempt

Compensation Detail

Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended. The minimum pay rate is $14.36 per hour.

Benefits eligible

No

Schedule

Supplemental/On-call/Per Diem

Hours / Pay period

Varies based on department need

Schedule details

This is a supplemental position, hours varies based off of department need. Will be scheduled at least 16 hours/4 weeks, one shift will be on a weekend. Rotating shifts.

Weekend schedule

At least 1 weekend shift/4 weeks.

Site description

Eau Claire, with a metro area of 163,000 is home to the 11,000 students at the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire. Strong schools, low crime rate, and a reasonable cost of living may be expected. With an abundance of outdoor activities, Eau Claire was ranked #4 on the list of “Americas best towns” (Outside Magazine, 2015) The city also serves as the retail center for west central Wisconsin and the major metro area of Minneapolis/St. Paul is 90 minutes away. Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire is recognized as a Best Hospital in Northwestern Wisconsin and within the top 10 for Hospitals in Wisconsin (U.S. News & World Report, …… ).

Category

Nursing, Other Patient Care

Career profile

Nursing

Job posting number

94515BR

Recruiter

Jennifer Schindeldecker

Equal opportunity employer

Mayo Clinic is an equal opportunity educator and employer (including veterans and persons with disabilities).

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Health Unit Coordinator/Patient Care Associate – Float Pool

City

Eau Claire

State

Wisconsin

Telecommute

No

Department

Nursing

Why Mayo Clinic

Nursing Support Services is home of the float pool, where staff are scheduled and work in a variety of hospital departments. The Nursing Support Services department values professionalism, teamwork and accountability.

Position description

Essential Functions: Assembles charts: admission, transfer & discharge. Uses registration system to enter data for admissions, transfers & discharges. Communicates patient information to appropriate team members: nursing, other departments, providers. Completes appropriate forms: computer, consents, paper documentation forms. Obtains records, charts, lab and x-ray reports via computer/ or paper chart. Performs receptionist functions with patient’s relatives and staff. Assists nursing staff as delegated in performing patient care activities according to established policies/procedures. Measures and records vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, respirations and temperature. Assists with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) including mobility, elimination, and nutrition. Assists in the proper lifting of patients utilizing Gait belt and/or E-Z lift as indicated. Documents patient cares in accordance with documentation guidelines (i.e., intake, output, height, weight, vital signs, flowsheets, comfort levels). Participates in departmental activities and pursues ongoing education programs to maintain and develop skills. Provides care appropriate to the age and ability of patients served. Maintains a clean and safe environment including equipment maintenance and setup. Helps in maintaining and organizing supplies and equipment. Practices Relationship Based Care Skills. Demonstrates knowledge of unit care standards. Completes all organizational/departmental requirements and education.

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent.

Additional qualifications

Successful completion of a health unit coordinator program or comparable experience (preferred). Current CHUC certification (preferred).

Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Basic computer knowledge and skills. Ability to multitask, work well under pressure and meet deadlines, demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, writing and listening skills. Ability to work effectively in a team setting. Knowledge of medical terminology. Flexibility (Works flexible hours, which include days, evenings, and/or nights, holidays, and weekends). Self-directed. Able to adapt to unpredictable situations.

License or certification

Certified Nursing Assistant on State of Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry (required to be in “non-expired” status upon hire; recommended to regularly renew certification). Current BLS Certification.

Exemption status

Non-exempt

Compensation Detail

Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended. The minimum pay rate is $14.75 per hour.

Benefits eligible

Yes

Schedule

Part Time

Hours / Pay period

64 hours every two week pay period

Schedule details

Rotating shifts, primarily evenings and nights. 8 and 12 hour shift lengths.

Weekend schedule

Every third weekend. 2 holidays per year.

Site description

Eau Claire, with a metro area of 163,000 is home to the 11,000 students at the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire. Strong schools, low crime rate, and a reasonable cost of living may be expected. With an abundance of outdoor activities, Eau Claire was ranked #4 on the list of “Americas best towns” (Outside Magazine, 2015) The city also serves as the retail center for west central Wisconsin and the major metro area of Minneapolis/St. Paul is 90 minutes away. Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire is recognized as a Best Hospital in Northwestern Wisconsin and within the top 10 for Hospitals in Wisconsin (U.S. News & World Report, …… ).

Category

Nursing, Other Patient Care

Career profile

Nursing

Job posting number

92918BR

Recruiter

Jennifer Schindeldecker

Equal opportunity employer

Mayo Clinic is an equal opportunity educator and employer (including veterans and persons with disabilities).

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