Compassionate Patient Care Aide

FMOL Health; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

FMOL Health in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a compassionate Attendant to support patient care by preparing rooms, assisting with daily living activities, and collecting specimens as part of routine care. The role requires safeguarding a safe, comfortable environment and timely communication with nurses and other staff.

The Attendant will handle vital signs, assist with meals, and support patients with activities of daily living while demonstrating empathy for both physical and psychological needs

Qualifications

• Good interpersonal/human relations skills.
• Oral communication and listening skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living activities and provide general care with compassion.
• Take and record vital signs and report any changes promptly to appropriate personnel.
• Prepare rooms and equipment, assist with meals and feeding as needed.
• Collect specimens from patients and transport them to the lab.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment and properly handle linen and supplies.
• Assist in admission, transfer, and discharge procedures with empathy for each patient.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Listening skills

Education

High School or equivalent

Job description

FMOL Health in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a compassionate Attendant to support patient care by preparing rooms, assisting with daily living activities, and collecting specimens as part of routine care. The role requires safeguarding a safe, comfortable environment and timely communication with nurses and other staff.

The Attendant will handle vital signs, assist with meals, and support patients with activities of daily living while demonstrating empathy for both physical and psychological needs