Compassionate Patient Care Assistant (Onsite)

Veterans in Healthcare; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Nittany Health seeks a dedicated Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care and support daily hospital operations on-site in State College, PA. The role involves assisting with bathing, feeding, mobility, and basic patient comforts under supervision of nursing staff.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, with Nursing Assistant Certification preferred and BLS standards expected. Prior patient care experience is beneficial for success in this role.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Patient care training course preferred.
• Experience in patient care is preferred.
• Maintains professional communication at all times.
• Updates knowledge and skills regularly.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care, including basic hygienic tasks.
• Takes vital signs and records measurements as directed.
• Assists with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Responds to call lights and relays messages to the team.
• Maintains a safe and clean patient environment.
• Documents care provided and observations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Professional conduct

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Patient care training course (preferred)

Job description

Mount Nittany Health seeks a dedicated Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care and support daily hospital operations on-site in State College, PA. The role involves assisting with bathing, feeding, mobility, and basic patient comforts under supervision of nursing staff.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, with Nursing Assistant Certification preferred and BLS standards expected. Prior patient care experience is beneficial for success in this role.