About this opportunity
Knox Community Hospital lists this Float PCA - Days or Nights - Per Diem opportunity in mt vernon, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Specifics
Career Department
Nursing Operations
Status
PRN
Shift
6:00am - 6:30pm or 6:00pm-6:30am
Average Weekly Hours
varies
Contact
Employment Specialists
Phone
Posting Date
Thu, 09/24/2026 - 12:00pm
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direction of the registered nurse/licensed practical nurse assists in the provision of safe patient care. Perform skills that include observation and documentation as directed by a RN/ LPN.
Assists in positioning, lifting and transporting patients to other departments, ADLs, and personal hygiene and documents.
Application of oxygen but may not adjust rate.
Performs, reports and documents patient blood glucose per capillary fingerstick.
Provides water, linens and nourishments for patients and documents.
Feeds patients when required and documents.
Obtains, reports and documents vital signs i.e., temperature, blood pressure, respiration, pulse, oxygen saturation.
Obtains, reports and documents I & O.
Obtains, reports and documents weights.
Obtains, reports and documents heights.
Reports and documents elimination.
Collects, labels and sends specimens to Laboratory.
Answers call lights promptly.
Communicates effectively with team members and other healthcare providers.
Accepts delegated responsibilities for unit activities on assigned shift.
Documents all aspects of patient care provided and maintains patient records in a timely manner as appropriate for unit.
Requirements Include High school diploma or equivalent.
High School or Trade School students may be considered if their course of study could lead to full-time employment and they can legally work the hours necessary for the position.
CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) or MA (Medical Assistant Certificate) preferred.
Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider CPR (BLS) certification required.
Who can apply
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