Job Description

Patient Care Associate

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of unit leadership and the clinical leadership of a clinical nurse, routinely supports the unit through the provision of basic patient care, clerical and reception services.

MINIMAL ACCEPTABLE JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Licensure:

None required.

Experience:

No specific experience is required.  Lutheran Health Network Entities will provide formalized training classes; successful completion is required in order to continue employment.Additional orientation specific to unit responsibilities may also be provided.

Education:

High school diploma or its equivalent (GED).A minimum of three years of direct patient care experience in a healthcare facility will be accepted in lieu of education.

Registration/Certification:

CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation) Certification within three (3) months of hire

 

Equal Opportunity Employer