Patient Care Assistant - Med/Surg, Palliative - PCA

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans - to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) assists nursing staff with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patientcare which support and complement nursing practice under the supervision of a registered nurse. At aminimum, the PCA carries out designated skills that are within those functions of a certified nursingassistant, as defined by the Arizona State Board of Nursing. The incumbent must demonstrate knowledgeof the principles of growth and development through the life span and appropriately interpret informationrelative to the patient's age-specific needs. The PCA communicates data reflective of the patient's statusand delegated tasks and/or functions. The incumbent works flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent required. One of the following is required for this position:

Completion of a nursing assistant program (Certified Nursing Assistant), OR Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) OR completion of first block of nursing program.

Availability to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends. Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the patient care setting. Relevant experience preferred. Strong computer skills preferred. PCA's in the Inpatient Neurology Unit must be able to perform all duties in the Epilepsy monitoring unit within 90 days of hire/transfer to the unit.

Basic Life Support certification is required upon hire and must be valid for 90 days or greater from start date. Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency.

Minimum 6 months acute care experience preferred.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$20.00 - $25.09 / hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

72

Schedule Details

DaysHours: 3 x 12 hour shifts per weekHoliday rotation assigned upon hire.

Weekend Schedule

3 weekend shifts in 4 week schedule (Saturday and Sunday)

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter

Tyler Dorethy