Job Summary
The Patient Care Assistant plays a crucial role in aiding nursing personnel by executing both direct and indirect patient care duties. This position involves effective communication of patient status information and ensuring that the care delivered aligns with the specific needs associated with various age groups.
Responsibilities
- Assist nursing staff with delegated direct patient care tasks.
- Perform indirect patient care duties to support overall patient wellbeing.
- Communicate patient status updates to the nursing team.
- Ensure delivery of age-appropriate care tailored to each patient.
Qualifications
- A high school diploma or GED is required.
- Valid certification in Basic Life Support is essential.
- Preferred qualifications include completion of nursing or medical assistant coursework.
- Six months of experience in a healthcare setting is advantageous.
Mayo Clinic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
