Compassionate Patient Care Assistant - Day PRN

Parkland Health and Hospital System (PHHS); Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Parkland Health and Hospital System is seeking a PRN Days Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician to support patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The role emphasizes basic hygiene care, vital signs, and mobility assistance while ensuring patient-centered services.

Minimum education includes nurse aide, medical assistant, or patient care technician training or enrollment in an accredited nursing program. CPR within 90 days is required.

Qualifications

• Completion of a formal nurse aide or medical assistant program.
• Must be registered/certified in a CN.A. registry or equivalent.
• Basic patient care skills and ability to use clinical supplies/equipment.
• Effective communication with nurses, physicians, patients and families.
• CPR certification (HeartSaver) within 90 days of hire.
• Enrollment in an accredited nursing program accepted; required nursing fundamentals documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic patient care under RN direction, including hygiene, vitals, and ROM exercises.
• Assist with ambulation, feeding, and activities of daily living while upholding patient-centered care.
• Advocate for patients, maintain confidentiality, and respond to patient needs.
• Document activities and patient status as required by the unit.
• Ensure sanitation, infection control, and equipment safety; report deficiencies promptly.
• Assist with patient transport and translation services when applicable.
• Identify process improvements and suggest changes to improve efficiency and satisfaction.
• Pursue ongoing education and maintain compliance with rules and regulations.

Skills

Patient care skills

Communication

Patient-centered care

Education

Formal nurse aide course

Current certified nurse aide registry

Medical assistant course

Current medical assistant certificate

Patient care technician course

Current patient care technician certificate

Enrolled in accredited nursing program

Graduate from accredited nursing program

Parkland's job specific training program

Job description

Parkland Health and Hospital System is seeking a PRN Days Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician to support patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The role emphasizes basic hygiene care, vital signs, and mobility assistance while ensuring patient-centered services.

Minimum education includes nurse aide, medical assistant, or patient care technician training or enrollment in an accredited nursing program. CPR within 90 days is required.