Compassionate Patient Care Associate - Night Shift

Singing River Health System; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Singing River Health System Pascagoula Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Associate to provide basic nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or LPN, following established care plans and infection-control guidelines.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent; Nurse Assistant/Aide program preferred; CNA certification preferred; BCLS certification required on hire; de-escalation training due by orientation; and related work experience or completion of a Nurse Aide

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of Nurse Assistant/Aide program preferred.
• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certification recognized by the State of Mississippi preferred.
• BCLS certification required upon hire or transfer; de-escalation training by end of orientation (90 days).
• Equivalent related work experience or completion of a Nurse Aide program required.

Responsibilities

• The Patient Care Associate provides basic nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or LPN.
• Care plans follow CDC guidelines and hospital policies.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Nurse Assistant/Aide program

Job description

Singing River Health System Pascagoula Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Associate to provide basic nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or LPN, following established care plans and infection-control guidelines.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent; Nurse Assistant/Aide program preferred; CNA certification preferred; BCLS certification required on hire; de-escalation training due by orientation; and related work experience or completion of a Nurse Aide