Compassionate Patient Care Tech: RN Support & Vitals

United Hospital Center; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV seeks a patient care assistant to provide nonprofessional direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will support licensed medical staff and help ensure high-quality patient experiences.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire, and prior patient care experience preferred. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 5:30 a.m.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.
• Prior patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observe and report patient concerns or changes in condition to a registered nurse.
• Assist the RN with admission, transfer, discharge, and general patient care duties.
• Record vital signs, assist with hygiene, and monitor intake and output.
• Assist in specimen collection and other patient care tasks.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment to prevent infections and protect patients and staff.
• Communicate nutrition issues to the RN (e.g., poor appetite, diet changes).
• Support department operations with administrative tasks.
• Answer patient call bells and relay messages promptly.

Skills

Effective communication

Adapt to changing environments

Patient care support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days

Job description

United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV seeks a patient care assistant to provide nonprofessional direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will support licensed medical staff and help ensure high-quality patient experiences.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire, and prior patient care experience preferred. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 5:30 a.m.