Assistant-Patient Care

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Mississippi is seeking a patient care assistant to support licensed nursing staff and perform assigned direct care tasks. The role emphasizes safety and adherence to established policies while contributing to patient well-being.

Applicants should be prepared for ongoing educational activities and to complete assigned goals as part of a collaborative healthcare team. This entry-level position requires reliable communication and basic computer literacy from the

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Clear communication

Computer literacy

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.

Education

• 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

• Computer literacy.

Licensure

• BLS within 14 days of hire.