Compassionate Patient Care Technician - Vital Signs & Comfort

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; West Memphis (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation in West Memphis, AR, is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered assistance and adherence to safety and privacy standards.

You will perform basic care tasks, monitor vital signs, help with mobility and comfort, and ensure a clean, quiet environment while communicating with patients and families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• CNA program/certification or equivalent licensure depending on state
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire

Responsibilities

• Communicates and collaborates with the RN.
• Performs patient care tasks under the RN including vital signs, glucose testing, phlebotomy, electrode placement, venous compression devices.
• Performs basic patient care services under the RN including height/weight, intake/output, retrieval of supplies, stocks rooms.
• Maintains a clean, clutter-free, quiet patient environment.
• Assists patients and families with call lights, room orientation, and discharge planning.
• Promotes safety and mobility with rounds and patient transfers.
• Promotes comfort with meals support and basic needs.
• Transports non-monitored patients and assists with monitored/airway transports.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation in West Memphis, AR, is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered assistance and adherence to safety and privacy standards.

You will perform basic care tasks, monitor vital signs, help with mobility and comfort, and ensure a clean, quiet environment while communicating with patients and families.