ER Patient Care Associate

WVU Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

PVH Potomac Valley Hospital in West Virginia is seeking a patient care assistant to perform nonprofessional care under supervision of a registered nurse or licensed medical provider in an Emergency Department setting. Responsibilities include recording vitals, assisting with admissions and discharges, preparing patients for exams, collecting specimens, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.

Strong communication and adaptability are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire date.
• Two years of college in an applicable course of study OR two years' ED/pre-hospital experience.

Responsibilities

• Observes and reports patient changes in condition to a RN immediately.
• Assists RN with admission, transfer, discharge and general patient care duties.
• Records vital signs and assists in hygiene and comfort; records intake/output.
• Assists in specimen collection and other patient activities.
• Maintains a clean, safe environment to prevent infections and protect all.
• Reports equipment issues to appropriate personnel promptly.
• Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostics per procedure.
• Communicates nutrition concerns to RN when needed.
• Performs routine tests (glucose, urine/stool) and logs quality control.
• Collects blood samples per physician order when credentialed.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

BLS Certification

Job description

PVH Potomac Valley Hospital in West Virginia is seeking a patient care assistant to perform nonprofessional care under supervision of a registered nurse or licensed medical provider in an Emergency Department setting. Responsibilities include recording vitals, assisting with admissions and discharges, preparing patients for exams, collecting specimens, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.

Strong communication and adaptability are essential.