Care Assistant - 3 South (Full Time, Nights)

Nicklaus Children's; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami Children's Hospital is seeking a Care Assistant for the 3 South unit on a full-time night shift. The role involves assisting with patient care, maintaining a safe and clean environment, and collaborating with the nursing team.

Responsibilities include helping with daily living activities, recording vital signs, and communicating changes to RNs. Active Florida CNA/EMT licensure and BLS certification are required. The position supports a pediatric care team and family-centered care.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent preferred.
• Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication; teamwork-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (bathing, hygiene, nutrition, comfort).
• Record vital signs and measurements in the EHR.
• Inform RN of important changes in patient condition or behavior.
• Restock supplies and assist with room turnover.
• Greet patients and families and provide compassionate service.
• Transport patients for procedures as needed.
• Support efficient clinical operations and care delivery.

Skills

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

CNA / EMT license (FL)

American Heart Association BLS

High school education

Job description

Job Description - Care Assistant - 3 South (Full Time, Nights) (302261)

Job Description

Care Assistant - 3 South (Full Time, Nights) - 302261

Description

Job Summary

Responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, safe patient environment and assists with patient care activities such as taking vital signs, feeding, bathing and daily living activities. Collaborates with the healthcare team and provides compassionate and empathic family-centered care for the patients and families. Works under the supervision of a RN and in accordance with the hospital policies and procedures.

Job Specific Duties

• Assists patients with activities of daily living to include bathing, personal hygiene, nutrition and comfort measures, changing bed linens, and diapers. F: Daily/ T: 10-30 minutes R: Shared
• Performs vital signs, heights, weights, head circumference & other measurements and records the results in the Electronic Health Record according to nursing and hospital policies & procedures. F: Daily/ T: 5-15 minutes per patient R: Individual
• Informs RN of pertinent information and/or communications all significant changes in patient condition or behavior. F: Daily/ T: 5-10 minutes R: Individual
• Recognizes accepted priorities for care needs and takes direction for re-prioritizing from the RN. F: Daily/ T: ongoing R: Individual
• Restock supplies such as gloves, gowns, linen, medical equipment, assists with room preparation and turnover. F: Daily/ T: 5-30 minutes per room R: Individual
• Identifies the needs of the patient and provide necessary supplies accordingly. F: Daily/ T: ongoing R: Individual
• Proactively identifies opportunities for improvement and promotes/practices cost containment. F: Daily/ T: ongoing R: Shared
• Ensures clean and maintains patient rooms and nursing station at all times. F: Daily/ T: 3 hours R: Shared
• Provides encouragement, support and comfort to patients and family members. F: Daily/ T: ongoing R: Shared
• Assists with transporting patients for special procedures. F: Daily/ T: 5-10 minutes per-patient R: Shared
• Performs other assigned tasks to promote efficient practice operation and contribute to the provision of quality patient care. F: Daily/ T: ongoing R: Shared
• Greets and welcomes patients, families and visitors. Communicates information regarding NCH services and delivers excellent and timely service and support. F: Daily/ T: 5-10 minutes per-patient R: Shared

Qualifications

• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant or EMT/Paramedic - active licensure in the State of Florida - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
• American Heart Association BLS maintain active and in good standing throughout employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High school education or equivalent preferred.
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborates in a team environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in a healthcare environment is preferred.
• Ability to effectively work in a collaborative environment and follow the direction of the Registered Nurse and/or Nursing Leader.
• Ability to apply principles of evidenced-based practice, analytical thinking and service excellence in practice.
• CPI (Crisis Intervention Training) preferred.
  

Nursing- Support (Clinical)