Compassionate Patient Care Assistant

Parkland Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkland Health seeks a Nurse Aide to perform patient care activities under the direction of a Registered Nurse. This role emphasizes patient-centered care, safety and effective communication with staff, patients and families.

Required are coursework or credentials in nursing support, CPR within 90 days, and the ability to document care and monitor patient status according to policy. This on-site role supports Parkland's commitment to quality patient experiences.

Qualifications

• Must have completed or hold an approved nursing support credential.
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire or placement.
• Demonstrates basic patient care skills and equipment handling.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families and staff.
• Adheres to patient-centered care practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic hygiene care and unsterile treatments under RN direction.
• Take vital signs and assist with mobility, feeding and ROM.
• Maintain patient advocacy, rights and confidentiality.
• Record activities and patient status in the chart per nursing standards.
• Monitor environment and equipment, report deficiencies.
• Escort patients, provide translation when needed, and assist with admissions.
• Suggest process improvements to improve care quality and efficiency.
• Pursue ongoing education through in-service, meetings and journals.

Skills

Basic patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Patient advocacy

Safety awareness

Education

Formal nurse aide course

Certified nurse aide registry

Medical assistant course

Medical assistant certificate

Patient care technician course

Patient care technician certificate

Enrolled in accredited nursing program with fundamentals

Graduate from accredited school of nursing

Parkland's job-specific training program

Job description

Parkland Health seeks a Nurse Aide to perform patient care activities under the direction of a Registered Nurse. This role emphasizes patient-centered care, safety and effective communication with staff, patients and families.

Required are coursework or credentials in nursing support, CPR within 90 days, and the ability to document care and monitor patient status according to policy. This on-site role supports Parkland's commitment to quality patient experiences.