Compassionate Patient Care Associate – Acute Care

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); Vor Ort; USD 19.000 - 25.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Associate for the Adult Acute Care Progressive Care Unit (4 North) at the Main Campus in Jackson, MS. This full-time, on-site role supports nurses in daily living activities and patient comfort.

Minimum education is a high school diploma or GED, with CPR (AHA/Heartsaver) required within 3 months post-hire. Prior healthcare experience is preferred, and responsibilities include compassionate care, safety, and documentation.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CPR certification (AHA Heartsaver) within 3 months post-hire required.
• Healthcare experience is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Provide compassionate support to patients by addressing needs, listening to concerns, and assisting with emotional well-being.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, feeding, and mobility.
• Respond promptly to call lights and communicate patient requests to nurses or other healthcare team members.
• Monitor and report changes in patient condition or behavior to the nurse or supervisor.
• Escort and assist patients to various locations within the facility as needed.
• Assist with meal service and monitor food and fluid intake.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized patient environment, including room setup and infection control practices.
• Support nursing staff with non-technical patient care tasks as assigned.
• Assist with basic documentation related to patient care activities.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Teamwork

Physical tasks

Computer skills

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

CPR certification (AHA Heartsaver) within 3 months post-hire

Tools

None

Jobbeschreibung

University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Associate for the Adult Acute Care Progressive Care Unit (4 North) at the Main Campus in Jackson, MS. This full-time, on-site role supports nurses in daily living activities and patient comfort.

Minimum education is a high school diploma or GED, with CPR (AHA/Heartsaver) required within 3 months post-hire. Prior healthcare experience is preferred, and responsibilities include compassionate care, safety, and documentation.