Assistant-Patient Care PRN II

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Jonesboro, AR is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Assistant to provide personal care and support under the direction of licensed personnel. You will help with daily tasks, assist in procedures, and contribute to patient safety and comfort.

This role emphasizes clear communication, basic computer documentation, and adherence to facility policies. BLS certification within 14 days of hire is required or obtained during orientation.

Qualifications

• Clear and effective written and verbal English communication.
• Computer literacy required for daily documentation.
• BLS within 14 days of hire.

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 English communication

Computer literacy

Education

BLS within 14 days of hire

Job description

Job Summary

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

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

Experience

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

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.

Preferred/Desired

Training

Preferred/Desired

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Computer literacy.

Preferred/Desired

Licensure

Minimum Required

• BLS within 14 days of hire.