Clinical Care Assistant - Hospital Patient Support (Days)

University Medical Center; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, and extensive physician networks. The Clinical Assistant provides patient care support under RN supervision, contributing to a compassionate, safe, and efficient care environment.

Key responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring patient conditions, and performing clerical tasks as needed to support nursing staff and hospital operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent (required).
• Experience in healthcare setting (preferred).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) accreditation by the American Heart Association (required).
• State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) by the Kentucky Board of Nursing (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Delivers daily patient care under RN supervision.
• Performs delegated nursing skills and monitors patient condition.
• Conducts clerical duties and uses standard hospital equipment.
• Maintains patient safety and privacy, and documents care.
• Assists with patient transport and unit tasks as needed.
• Communicates with healthcare team and families during care.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Safety procedures

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, and extensive physician networks. The Clinical Assistant provides patient care support under RN supervision, contributing to a compassionate, safe, and efficient care environment.

Key responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring patient conditions, and performing clerical tasks as needed to support nursing staff and hospital operations.