Inpatient Surgical PCT - AM Shift

WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals; South Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

THOM Thomas Hospitals in South Charleston, WV, is hiring a part-time nursing assistant to provide direct and indirect patient care under supervision of a registered nurse. The role includes orientation to admissions, discharges, vital signs, hygiene, and patient comfort in a high-demand medical surgical unit.

Responsibilities include reporting changes to the RN, assisting with procedures, maintaining a safe environment, and coordinating with licensed staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.
• Prior patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observes and reports patient concerns/changes in condition to a registered nurse.
• Assists RN with admission, transfer, discharge and general patient care duties.
• Records vital signs and assists in personal hygiene and patient comfort measures.
• Assists in specimen collection and activities of assigned patients.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment to prevent infections and ensure safety.
• Reports equipment repairs as needed.
• Prepares patients for examinations and procedures.
• Communicates nutrition issues to RN and supports diet changes.
• Performs departmental administrative tasks and answers patient call bells.

Skills

Effective communication

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification within 30 days

Job description

THOM Thomas Hospitals in South Charleston, WV, is hiring a part-time nursing assistant to provide direct and indirect patient care under supervision of a registered nurse. The role includes orientation to admissions, discharges, vital signs, hygiene, and patient comfort in a high-demand medical surgical unit.

Responsibilities include reporting changes to the RN, assisting with procedures, maintaining a safe environment, and coordinating with licensed staff.