Aide, Nursing - Acute Care

Paris Regional Health; Paris (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Paris Regional Medical Center is seeking a Nurse Aide/PCA to support patient care across nursing areas under licensed personnel. You will assist with ADLs, feeding, and mobility, documenting accurately and ensuring patient comfort and safety.

Responsibilities include vital signs collection, infection control adherence, and assisting with discharge processes and transport as needed. Training through PCA or Nurse Aide programs is preferred, with opportunities for professional growth within

Qualifications

• PCA certificate from PCA training program, or completion of Nurse Aide program.
• Experience as Nurse Aide or PCA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care in nursing areas under licensed personnel.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) and document accordingly.
• Assist with feeding and meals and document accordingly.
• Assist with elimination needs and document accordingly.
• Respond to residents'/patients' needs promptly and report changes to nursing staff.
• Provide restorative care per care plan and document accordingly.

Skills

PCA experience

Critical thinking

Minimal supervision

Stamina

Education

High school diploma

PCA training program

Nurse Aide program

Job description

Your experience matters. Paris Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Nurse Aide joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

We’re committed to a culture of safety and engagement, making Paris Regional Health a place where people want to work. We see our team as a big family – and it’s always growing.

How you'll contribute

• Assists with patient care throughout nursing areas under the direction of licensed personnel.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and documents accordingly.
• Assists patient with feeding and/or meals as assigned and documents accordingly.
• Assists patient with elimination needs as is appropriate and documents accordingly.
• Answers alarm pendants and respond to residents'/patients' needs appropriately and promptly.
• Collects and documents patient information as needed (including weights and vital signs). Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Provides restorative care per care plan. Documents accordingly.
• Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and orderly. Changes linens of occupied / unoccupied beds.
• Demonstrates proper infection control practice and adheres to Infection Control Policies and Procedures and OSHA standards.
• Operates all equipment and performs all procedures/care in a safe manner. Reports faulty and/or dangerous equipment as necessary
• Assists in discharge process of patients to include transport, packing of personal belongings, and assistance with hygiene needs as requested.
• Provides for safe transport of patients through the institution. Appropriate measures are being taken to escort patients into and out of the facility.
• Assists with postmortem care including transport to the morgue.
• Assists with orientation and training of others as directed.
• Other duties as assigned. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

What we're looking for

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. PCA experience preferred.

Education

Preferred: High school diploma; PCA training program with Certificate or Nurse Aide educational program; Nursing Aides who have completed the required education but have not obtained state licensure will be in PCA role.

Licenses

PCA certificate from PCA training program, or completion of Nurse Aide educational program.

Schedule

3x12,

Why join us

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care.

Benefits

In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

More about Paris Regional Medical Center

Paris Regional Medical Centeris a 154‑bed general acute‑care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Northeast Texas and Southeast Oklahoma communities for 111 years. Paris Regional is a LevelIII Trauma Facility, Accredited Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI, Advanced Primary StrokeCare certified, and our orthopedic outcomes are in the top5% in the nation.

EEOC Statement

Paris Regional Medical Centeris an Equal Opportunity Employer. Paris Regional Medical Centeris committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community‑based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post‑acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.