Compassionate Patient Care Aide - Post-Op & Pediatric

Unity Health; Searcy (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity Health in Searcy, AR is seeking a Patient Care Associate for 3 South, Post Op/Pediatrics, full-time, 6a-6p. You will support registered nurses and licensed practical nurses with direct and indirect patient care, basic daily living activities, and vital signs monitoring.

The role requires a high school diploma and the ability to read, write, and perform simple math, with prior nursing assistant experience preferred. Safety-sensitive duties are involved in this hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent required.
• Ability to read, use simple math skills, and write clearly and legibly.
• Previous nursing assistant experience desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct and indirect patient care duties under the guidance of the RN and LPN.
• Assists with activities of daily living, personal hygiene, observation of vital signs, and nutrition/ elimination needs.
• Indirect duties include maintaining a clean, hazard-free environment and following infection control guidelines.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs observation

Infection control

Hygiene assistance

Basic computer entry

Lifting assistance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Unity Health in Searcy, AR is seeking a Patient Care Associate for 3 South, Post Op/Pediatrics, full-time, 6a-6p. You will support registered nurses and licensed practical nurses with direct and indirect patient care, basic daily living activities, and vital signs monitoring.

The role requires a high school diploma and the ability to read, write, and perform simple math, with prior nursing assistant experience preferred. Safety-sensitive duties are involved in this hospital setting.