Compassionate Patient Care Assistant

LE01 Phelps County Regional Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse. You will support the nursing team with basic duties, monitor patient conditions, and help ensure safety and comfort for each patient.

Responsibilities include following infection prevention policies, assisting with vital signs, toileting, feeding, bathing, and activity, and documenting care accurately to support clinical decisions and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year of patient care experience preferred.
• CNA certification through Missouri preferred; if uncertified, attend PCA Academy.
• BLS certification within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Follow infection prevention and safe patient handling policies.
• Document all patient care activities accurately to support clinical decisions.
• Communicate pertinent patient information to the care team to improve outcomes.
• Assist with vital signs, toileting, feeding, bathing, and activity as needed.

Skills

Basic patient care

Vital signs

Education

High school diploma or GED (preferred)

CNA certification (preferred)

BLS certification (preferred)

Job description

Phelps Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse. You will support the nursing team with basic duties, monitor patient conditions, and help ensure safety and comfort for each patient.

Responsibilities include following infection prevention policies, assisting with vital signs, toileting, feeding, bathing, and activity, and documenting care accurately to support clinical decisions and patient outcomes.