Assistant-Patient Care

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Bluecutt Estates (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation is seeking a patient care assistant to provide direct patient care under supervision from licensed nursing staff. The role supports procedures, ensures patient safety, and participates in ongoing training. Strong English communication and basic computer literacy are required.

The position involves performing duties in alignment with hospital policies and completing set goals as part of a team delivering compassionate patient care.

Qualifications

• Clear and effective written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care duties as assigned under the direction of licensed nursing personnel.
• Assists in procedures for the patient population in line with policies and procedures.
• Ensures patient safety at all times.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Clear communication

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Overview

Job Summary

Provides personal care assistance to patients under the direction of licensed personnel. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care duties as assigned under the direction of licensed nursing personnel.
• Assists in the performance of procedures for the patient population served in a manner that is consistent with established policies and procedures.
• Provides for patient safety.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Education

Minimum Required

• Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties.

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Computer literacy.

Licensure

Minimum Required

• BLS within 14 days of hire.