Compassionate Patient Care Assistant (PRN Days)

Parkland Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Parkland Health is seeking a PRN Nursing Assistant for day shifts to deliver essential patient care under RN direction in a hospital setting. The role focuses on patient-centered service and collaboration with the healthcare team.

Ideal candidates will have completed a nurse aide, medical assistant, or patient care technician program, CPR certification within 90 days, and strong communication skills to support patients and families. The position emphasizes safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Must have completed or hold one of the listed nurse aide, medical assistant, or patient care certificates.
• Must maintain Heartsaver CPR within 90 days of hire/placement.
• No prior experience required beyond program prerequisites.
• Demonstrate basic patient care skills and proper use of supplies/equipment.
• Communicate effectively with staff, patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic hygiene care, unsterile treatments, vital signs and ROM under RN supervision.
• Assist with mobility and feeding while upholding patient-centered care.
• Act as patient advocate, respect rights and confidentiality.
• Monitor patient status and report changes to nurses and health team.
• Document activities in patient records per unit standards.
• Maintain sanitation, infection control, safety, and equipment readiness.
• Escort patients, provide translation support when applicable, and deliver specimens as needed.
• Suggest process improvements to enhance efficiency and satisfaction.
• Pursue ongoing education through in-service sessions and readings.

Skills

Basic patient care

Effective communication

Patient-centered care

Vital signs

Safety & sanitation

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 with fundamentals

Graduate from accredited school of nursing

Parkland's job specific training program

Job description

Parkland Health is seeking a PRN Nursing Assistant for day shifts to deliver essential patient care under RN direction in a hospital setting. The role focuses on patient-centered service and collaboration with the healthcare team.

Ideal candidates will have completed a nurse aide, medical assistant, or patient care technician program, CPR certification within 90 days, and strong communication skills to support patients and families. The position emphasizes safety and quality care.