Compassionate Patient Care Assistant

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Meridian, MS, seeks a Personal Care Assistant to provide direct patient care under the guidance of licensed nursing staff and to support patients with daily needs in a hospital setting.

The role requires clear English communication, computer literacy, and compliance with established policies to ensure patient safety; BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire, with ongoing participation in educational activities.

Qualifications

• Clear communication in English (written, oral) to achieve high productivity and efficiency.
• Computer literacy and ability to use standard software for note-taking and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care duties as assigned under the direction of licensed nursing personnel.
• Assists in the performance of procedures for the patient population served in a manner that is consistent with established policies and procedures.
• Provides for patient safety.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Clear communication

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Meridian, MS, seeks a Personal Care Assistant to provide direct patient care under the guidance of licensed nursing staff and to support patients with daily needs in a hospital setting.

The role requires clear English communication, computer literacy, and compliance with established policies to ensure patient safety; BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire, with ongoing participation in educational activities.