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hmmm.... in Tennessee, PCAs do the same thing as CNAs, and if they go to special "hospital based classes" then they are able to do things such as D/C IVs, and D/C catheters. And of course assisting the RN in things such as baths, linen changes, etc... I know that they can't pass meds, or do any invasive procedures. Hope that helped a little bit. We've been strongly encouraged apply for a PCA job. They're supposed to give you a lot of experience that will be helpful in school and as an RN. By the way, how deep in the Heart of Dixie are you? I grew up in Dothan, and I miss it.
-Maggie
dixienurse2be
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hey guys...hopefully I will be starting nursing school in the fall and right now I am looking for jobs in the hospital setting. I currently work part time retail, but would LOVE to be in the hospital just to get a feel for the environment. I went to my local hospital today and looked on the job board at HR. The only thing that would apply to me is a Patient Care Assistant. There was a short description stating that you would assist the RN with duties and things like that. Can anyone give me a better idea of what a PCA does? Is it comparable to a CNA except without the certification? Any ideas would be helpful! Thanks!