Compassionate Patient Care Technician

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation in Jonesboro, AR is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to support patient care under the direction of a licensed RN. You will perform essential tasks, monitor vital signs, assist with mobility, and help prepare rooms to ensure patient comfort and safety.

The role requires at least 1 year of recent experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and CNA/BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Qualifications

• 1 year recent work experience in a clinical setting.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• CNA Certification and BLS certification required or within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Communicates and collaborates with the professional registered nurse.
• Performs patient care tasks under the direction of the RN including vital signs, blood glucose testing, phlebotomy, electrode placement, venous compression devices.
• Performs basic patient care services under the direction of the RN including weight measurements, intake & output, stocking supplies, and preparing rooms.
• Maintains a clean and safe patient environment, including clutter-free rooms and removal of used linens and trash.
• Supports patient/family communication, answers call lights, orients patients to their room, and assists with discharge appointments.
• Promotes safety through patient mobility and safety rounds.
• Promotes comfort by providing water, ice, pillows, blankets, and assistance with meals.
• Transports non-monitored patients and assists with transports for monitored/airway patients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

BLS Certification within 14 days of/h1

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

CNA Certification

BLS Certification within 14 days of hire

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation in Jonesboro, AR is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to support patient care under the direction of a licensed RN. You will perform essential tasks, monitor vital signs, assist with mobility, and help prepare rooms to ensure patient comfort and safety.

The role requires at least 1 year of recent experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and CNA/BLS certification within 14 days of hire.