Job Purpose
The Patient Care Attendant 2 (PCA 2) is an actively engaged member of the health care team who may support care delivery within an acute care environment or as part of a family health team, while delivering a high standard of patient care. The PCA 2 works within their specified scope of employment under the direction and in collaboration with Registered Nurses (RN) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN).

Qualifications

High school graduation or GED equivalency.

Personal Support Worker certificate/course (minimum six months duration or equivalent combination of education and experience).

CPR/BLS for health care professionals.

Ability to attend work on a regular basis and ability to work a flexible schedule (days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays).

Ability to perform the duties of the position.

Good work record

Key Responsibilities

Assisting with all activities of daily living (feeding, bathing, elimination, mobilizing/transferring, and dressing)

Performing routine patient monitoring (skin integrity assessments, pain assessments, safety checks, proactive patient rounding)

Obtaining and recording patient data (weight, height, intake, output, vital signs)





Gathering supplies and assisting with procedures

Performing delegated patient care interventions

Escorting/portering patients to other departments

Responding to call bells and notifying RN/LPN as required

Completing documentation

Employees are responsible to be aware of and understand Horizon’s Terms of Employment
Competencies Identified By Horizon Health Network

Communication

Decision Making

Interpersonal Relations

Patient/Client Focus

Planning and Prioritizing Work

Results Orientation

Teamwork and Collaboration

Professionalism

Diversity Statement
Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An setting based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

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📌 Saint John Patient Care Attendant 2 (3025) PCN 9251599 (New Brunswick)
🏢 Horizon Health Network
📍 New Brunswick