Compassionate Patient Care Technician

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation in Mississippi is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will help maintain patient comfort, safety, and dignity while supporting the care team.

Responsibilities include vital signs, basic procedures, patient transport, and discharge support. Requires 1 year of recent experience, CNA/AEMT/MA licensure options, and BLS within 14 days of hire. HS diploma or GED required.

Qualifications

• 1 year recent patient care experience.
• CNA Program/Certification or AEMT/Paramedic licensure or MA Program/Certification; BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Communicates and collaborates with the professional RN.
• Performs patient care tasks under the RN, including vital signs and basic procedures.
• Maintains a clean, clutter-free patient room and retrieves supplies.
• Assists with call lights, patient orientation, and discharge scheduling.
• Supports safety and mobility via rounds and safety checks.
• Provides comfort items such as water, ice, pillows, blankets, and meals.
• Transports non-monitored patients and assists with monitored transports.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

CNA

BLS

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation in Mississippi is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will help maintain patient comfort, safety, and dignity while supporting the care team.

Responsibilities include vital signs, basic procedures, patient transport, and discharge support. Requires 1 year of recent experience, CNA/AEMT/MA licensure options, and BLS within 14 days of hire. HS diploma or GED required.