Compassionate Patient Care Assistant

WVU Medicine; University Heights (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

PCH Princeton Community Hospital is seeking a patient care assistant to support registered nurses in delivering high-quality patient care. You will observe patient conditions, assist with admissions, transport, daily living activities, and maintain a clean, safe environment.

Responsibilities include recording vital signs, assisting with specimens, preparing patients for examinations, and coordinating with nursing staff to ensure timely communication and patient comfort.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire date required.

Responsibilities

• Observes and reports patient concerns/changes in condition to a registered nurse.
• Assists Registered Nurse with admission, transfer, discharge and general patient care duties.
• Records vital signs and assists in personal hygiene and patient comfort measures; records intake/output.
• Assists in specimen collection and other activities of assigned patients.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment to prevent/control infections and ensure safety.
• Reports equipment repairs to appropriate personnel in a timely manner.
• Prepares patients for examinations and procedures per department procedures.
• Communicates nutrition issues to RN.
• Assists department with administrative tasks.
• Answers patient call bell and relays messages.

Skills

Communication with staff and patients

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days

Job description

PCH Princeton Community Hospital is seeking a patient care assistant to support registered nurses in delivering high-quality patient care. You will observe patient conditions, assist with admissions, transport, daily living activities, and maintain a clean, safe environment.

Responsibilities include recording vital signs, assisting with specimens, preparing patients for examinations, and coordinating with nursing staff to ensure timely communication and patient comfort.