Assistant-Patient Care SBU

Baptist; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist in Meridian, Mississippi, is seeking a personal care assistant to provide direct patient care under licensed personnel. The role emphasizes patient safety and adherence to established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities include completing assigned goals and participating in ongoing educational activities, with emphasis on clear English communication and computer literacy. BLS certification is needed within 14 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Requires clear, effective English communication in writing and speaking.
• Must be computer literate.
• BLS certification required within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Clear English communication

Computer literacy

BLS certification

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.