Assistant-Patient Care 2E

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation in Meridian, MS is seeking a patient care assistant to provide personal care to patients under licensed personnel supervision. You will assist with procedures, ensure patient safety, and participate in ongoing education.

The role requires strong communication and basic computer skills, with BLS certification within 14 days of hire. Responsibilities include direct patient care duties, adherence to policies, and completing assigned goals to support the care

Qualifications

• Clear written and verbal English communication to ensure high productivity and accuracy.
• Proficient computer literacy for standard hospital tasks.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care duties under the direction of licensed nursing personnel.
• Assists in procedures for the patient population served in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Provides for patient safety.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Clear communication

Computer literacy

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

• 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.