Short Course for Patient Care Assistants (PCA)
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Short Course for Patient Care Assistants (PCA)
Become the future of better nursing INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL COLLEGE MALAYSIA Short Course for Patient Care Assistants (PCA) INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL COLLEGE MALAYSIA INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL COLLEGE MALAYSIA INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL COLLEGE MALAYSIA KEY FACTS Total Duration: 3 months (1 month theory and 2 months hands-on training) Intakes: April, July and September Campus: Subang Jaya ABOUT US International Medical College (IMC) was established in 1993 to train nurses for the Pantai and Gleneagles Group of Hospitals. The College, located strategically at Subang Jaya, Selangor and its second centre at Ayer Keroh, Melaka, assumes the responsibility to train and develop a new generation of nurses and allied health professionals. With support of this Group of Hospitals, the College has a long standing reputation in providing nursing education, which is well recognised locally and internationally. Entry Requirements •Pass in SPM / SPMV with a pass in English •Pass in PMR with minimum 2 years working experience •Males and females aged between 18 - 35 8. Reporting promptly any changes in patient’s general condition to their supervisors. 9. Assisting the trained nurses in simple unsterile procedures. 10. Performing basic first aid if needed. 11. Alerting the trained nurses in emergencies. Programme Description This programme prepares the Patient Care Assistant (PCA) personnel to work in both residential, community and hospital settings to assist in meeting the basic healthcare needs of the clients including caring for them. The acquired skill sets will also help to improve their employability within the healthcare facilities. Job Description: Overview PCAs work under the supervision of trained nurses and may be responsible in providing about 80% - 90% of personalised care required by the patient or resident. 12. Organise programmes for social interactions. Employment Opportunities A.Hospitals and Medical Centres in Malaysia and Singapore • Attractive salary and benefits • Accommodation and night allowances B.Others • Daycare centres • Long term residential or nursing homes • Retirement villages Duties include: • Private homes 1. Providing basic care to patients in hospitals or other healthcare and community facilities. Award 2. Helping to feed, bathe and dress the patients under their care. Upon successful completion of the course, the participants will be awarded with a Certificate of Attendance in Patient Care Assistant. 3. Assisting with moving and transporting patients. Tuition Fees 4. Answering patients’ calls for assistance. RM4,500.00 5. Helping to clean a patient’s room and making the patient comfortable. A financial aid will be given for eligible candidates. 6. Monitoring and tracking the nutritional intake and output of a patient. Terms and conditions apply. 7. Recognising changes in patient’s general condition. +60 3 2727 7567 [email protected] www.imc.edu.my IMC Education Sdn Bhd (431251-w) IMC SUBANG JAYA Lot T3.66B, 3rd Floor, Summit Complex, Persiaran Kewajipan USJ 1, Subang Jaya 47600, Selangor. Tel: 03-8023 8120 Fax: 03-8023 3755