Compassionate Patient Care Aide — Vital Signs & Hygiene

Covingtoncountyhospital; Collins (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental + Vision Insurance

PTO/STO

401(A)

Short Term/Long Term Disability

Job summary

Covingtoncountyhospital is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide hygiene and personal care, monitor vital signs, transport patients, and support safety in a clinical setting. Under nursing supervision, you will assist with personal needs and comfort of patients.

The role requires current CPR and BLS certification, plus prior experience. Duties include helping with bathroom needs, bathing, feeding, measuring vitals, and reporting concerns to an RN or physician.

Qualifications

• CPR certification required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Help patients use the bathroom.
• Clean and bathe patients or residents.
• Maintain patients' hygiene and bedding.
• Turn, reposition and move patients between wheelchairs, seats and beds.
• Serve meals and help patients eat.
• Measure vital signs (blood pressure, temperature).
• Report health concerns to RN or doctor.

Skills

CPR certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Covingtoncountyhospital is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide hygiene and personal care, monitor vital signs, transport patients, and support safety in a clinical setting. Under nursing supervision, you will assist with personal needs and comfort of patients.

The role requires current CPR and BLS certification, plus prior experience. Duties include helping with bathroom needs, bathing, feeding, measuring vitals, and reporting concerns to an RN or physician.