Night Care Associate - Direct Patient Support

Unity Health; Searcy (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity Health in Searcy, AR is seeking a Patient Care Associate for the night shift (6p-6a) in the Intermediate Care Unit. The role involves performing direct patient care under RN/LPN supervision, including hygiene, vital signs, and activities of daily living, plus indirect duties like environment upkeep and supplies management.

Experience as a nursing assistant is preferred but not required; a High school diploma or equivalent is mandatory.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience as a nursing assistant or similar patient-care role desirable but not required.
• Ability to perform direct and indirect patient care tasks and follow care plans.

Responsibilities

• Execute direct patient care under RN/LPN guidance, including personal hygiene, monitoring vital signs, and daily living activities.
• Perform indirect duties such as room cleaning, supply ordering, and basic computer entry; follow infection control and safety guidelines.

Skills

Reading and writing ability

Basic math skills

Patient communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Unity Health in Searcy, AR is seeking a Patient Care Associate for the night shift (6p-6a) in the Intermediate Care Unit. The role involves performing direct patient care under RN/LPN supervision, including hygiene, vital signs, and activities of daily living, plus indirect duties like environment upkeep and supplies management.

Experience as a nursing assistant is preferred but not required; a High school diploma or equivalent is mandatory.