Compassionate Patient Care Associate

WVU Medicine; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals seeks a Nursing Assistant to provide direct and indirect patient care under a registered nurse. You will assist with activities of daily living, vital signs, and basic procedures to support family-centered care.

Responsibilities include patient transport, assisting with exams, phlebotomy as permitted, and maintaining a safe, clean environment while responding to patient needs promptly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) or HeartSaver First Aid within 30 days of hire.
• Prior patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in direct patient care by providing basic physical care under RN supervision.
• Help patients with activities of daily living and bed making.
• Transport patients and specimens per policy and assist with examinations and procedures.
• Support nursing staff with vital signs, documentation, and safety.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS/HeartSaver First Aid certification

Job description

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals seeks a Nursing Assistant to provide direct and indirect patient care under a registered nurse. You will assist with activities of daily living, vital signs, and basic procedures to support family-centered care.

Responsibilities include patient transport, assisting with exams, phlebotomy as permitted, and maintaining a safe, clean environment while responding to patient needs promptly.