Night Shift Patient Care Assistant

Parkland Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkland Health is seeking a Night shift CSO Nurse Aide to perform essential patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and prompt communication with the health team.

You will be expected to complete required CPR within 90 days, and have or pursue one of several approved nurse aide or medical support certifications. This on-site role focuses on quality patient service and collaboration with multiple departments.

Qualifications

• Must have completed or hold one of the listed education paths.
• Must have Heartsaver CPR within 90 days of hire or placement.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited nursing program or graduate from an accredited nursing school.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic hygiene care, unsterile treatments, vital signs, and ROM exercises under RN supervision.
• Provide patient advocate services and maintain patient rights and confidentiality.
• Monitor patient status and notify nurses of changes in condition.
• Record activities such as vitals and ambulation in required records.
• Ensure sanitation, infection control, safety, and equipment handling.
• Escort patients, provide translation services when applicable, and handle specimens when needed.
• Suggest process improvements to supervisors to enhance efficiency and patient satisfaction.
• Commit to ongoing education and adherence to applicable laws and accreditation requirements.

Skills

Basic patient care

Effective communication

Patient-centered care

Education

Nurse aide course

Certified nurse aide registry

Medical assistant course

Medical assistant certificate

Patient care technician course

Patient care technician certificate

Nursing fundamentals documentation

Graduate of accredited nursing school

Parkland training program

Job description

Parkland Health is seeking a Night shift CSO Nurse Aide to perform essential patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and prompt communication with the health team.

You will be expected to complete required CPR within 90 days, and have or pursue one of several approved nurse aide or medical support certifications. This on-site role focuses on quality patient service and collaboration with multiple departments.