Assistant-Patient Care

Baptist; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist in Southaven, MS is seeking a Personal Care Assistant to provide direct patient care under the direction of licensed nursing personnel. This role emphasizes safety and compassionate support in daily activities.

You will engage in ongoing education, document care accurately, and support patient well-being while following established policies. Strong communication and computer literacy are beneficial.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate clearly in written and spoken English.
• Proficient computer skills for documentation and record keeping.
• BLS certification or renewal within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Clear communication

English proficiency

Computer literacy

BLS within 14 days

Job description

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.

Required Skills

• 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.
• Computer literacy.
• BLS within 14 days of hire.