Compassionate Patient Care Associate

Singing River Health System; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Singing River Health System in Pascagoula, MS seeks a Patient Care Associate to provide basic nursing care under RN/LPN guidance, following CDC infection control guidelines and hospital policies.

You will work 7am-7pm, with a focus on compassionate patient support, de-escalation training within 90 days, and BCLS certification; CNA preferred and certification required upon hire for SNF unit. This role emphasizes teamwork and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; CNA preferred.
• Current CNA certification preferred; CNA certification required upon hire for SNF unit.
• Must complete and maintain BCLS certification and de-escalation training within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing and personal care per plan of care.
• Follow infection control guidelines and system policies.
• Report to RN/LPN and participate in patient care management during shifts.

Skills

De-escalation training

Communication skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nurse Assistant/Aide program preferred

CNA certification required upon hire for SNF unit

Tools

MS Outlook

Microsoft Word

Computer skills

Job description

Singing River Health System in Pascagoula, MS seeks a Patient Care Associate to provide basic nursing care under RN/LPN guidance, following CDC infection control guidelines and hospital policies.

You will work 7am-7pm, with a focus on compassionate patient support, de-escalation training within 90 days, and BCLS certification; CNA preferred and certification required upon hire for SNF unit. This role emphasizes teamwork and safety.