Compassionate Patient Care Assistant (CNA) – Acute Care

Prime Healthcare Services; Weslaco (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco, TX is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support daily living activities and deliver essential nursing care under RN supervision. The role emphasizes safety, patient comfort, and teamwork in a busy hospital setting.

Preferred certifications include phlebotomy, EKG, and BLS, with six months of acute care experience. High school diploma or equivalent required; CNA certification is required where applicable.

Qualifications

• Current phlebotomy certification preferred.
• Current EKG certification preferred.
• BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Six months acute care hospital or physician's office experience preferred.
• CNA certification required where applicable.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Provide basic nursing care under RN supervision and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Patient care basics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Job description

Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco, TX is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support daily living activities and deliver essential nursing care under RN supervision. The role emphasizes safety, patient comfort, and teamwork in a busy hospital setting.

Preferred certifications include phlebotomy, EKG, and BLS, with six months of acute care experience. High school diploma or equivalent required; CNA certification is required where applicable.