CARE ASSISTANT, WARD 2

KPJ Healthcare; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a dedicated nursing assistant to provide essential nursing care and support trained staff. The role requires a certified healthcare assistant preferably with experience in a hospital setting. Candidates must be fluent in both English and Bahasa Malaysia, possess interpersonal skills, and be willing to work shifts and on holidays. This position ensures high-quality patient care and may assist with various duties related to patient comfort and safety.

Qualifications

• Certified healthcare assistants would be prioritized.
• Experience in a hospital setting is advantageous.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care under established standards.
• Conduct nursing rounds to assess patients’ needs.
• Assist patients with various daily activities.
• Maintain cleanliness in the ward and equipment.

Skills

Basic nursing care

Interpersonal skills

Basic Life Support certification

Communication in English and Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Certified healthcare assistant

Job description

Provide basic nursing care in accordance with established standards, work collaboratively with team members, and report any incidents or issues to relevant authorities to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Provide basic nursing care that aligns with the vision, mission, philosophy, goals, and objectives of the nursing services and the hospital.

Notify the nursing leaders of any situation that impacts on the quality of care.

Obtain ward report and assignment at the beginning of each shift and perform additional tasks as assigned by the Unit Manager or Senior Registered Nurse.

Perform Daily routine: Conducts regular nursing rounds to assess patients’ needs and communicate with them and their families; Prepares and tidies patients’ beds and linens as needed and organizes patients’ belongings as well as furniture Disinfects the beds, furniture, and equipment after utilizing them; Maintain the ward, store, fridge and its facilities clean and tidy; Assist the patient with filling the hot water flask if needed; Answer phone calls and relay messages; Attendants to patients call the bell promptly; Assist nurses in transporting patients to and from the operating theatre; Escorts patients to other services for diagnostic tests and from the ward to other areas upon discharge; Dispatches specimens to the laboratory and collects results; Collect pharmacy and surgical supplies from pharmacy and the store as required to maintain adequate stock levels for operations; Send out portable oxygen tanks for refilling or exchange, ensuring a continuous supply for emergency needs.

Assists the trained staff in various aspects: Carried out of nursing care, such as patient comfort, safety, nutrition, hygiene, admission, transfer, discharge, dressing, intravenous lines, catheterization, etc.; Cleans and disinfects the trolley and instruments after use and stores them properly; Records the daily charges for the items used in the ward and updates the patients’ charges accordingly; Serve meals, prepare drinks for patients if needed, and collect trays; Maintains the record of intake and output chart for each patient; Lifts, turns, and positions patients safely and comfortably using the correct body mechanics; Accompany the consultant in performing procedures and rounds in the absence of trained nurses.

Attend meetings held by the service.

EDUCATION

Certified healthcare assistants would be a priority.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCES

Experience working in a hospital setting is an advantage.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Certified Basic Life Support.

SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED

Able to converse fluently and write in English language and Bahasa Malaysia.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Have interpersonal and communication skills.

Caring, honest, and responsible worker.

Willingness to work on scheduled hours, shifts and weekends, public holidays and any time called during an emergency.