Inpatient PCT: Hands-On Patient Care (Rotating Weekends)

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

Job summary

THOM Thomas Hospitals is seeking a full-time patient care assistant to perform nonprofessional direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role emphasizes high-quality patient care, infection control, and cooperation with licensed medical staff.

Responsibilities include observation, vital signs, assistance with admissions/discharges, and maintaining a safe environment. Certification in BLS within 30 days is required; prior patient care experience is

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.
• Prior patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observes and reports all patient concerns/changes in condition to a registered nurse immediately.
• Assists the Registered Nurse with admission, transfer, discharge and general patient care duties.
• Records the vital signs, assists in personal hygiene and other patient comfort measures.
• Records oral intake and outputs (temperature, blood pressure and other monitoring).
• Assists in specimen collection and other activities of assigned patients.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment to help prevent infections and ensure patient safety.
• Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures.
• Communicates with RN regarding nutrition issues or diet changes.
• Assists department with administrative tasks to support operations.
• Answers patient call bell and relays messages to appropriate personnel.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days

Job description

THOM Thomas Hospitals is seeking a full-time patient care assistant to perform nonprofessional direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role emphasizes high-quality patient care, infection control, and cooperation with licensed medical staff.

Responsibilities include observation, vital signs, assistance with admissions/discharges, and maintaining a safe environment. Certification in BLS within 30 days is required; prior patient care experience is