Night Shift Patient Care Associate

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

WVU Medicine is seeking a patient care assistant to support direct and indirect care under supervision of a registered nurse. The role involves assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring a family-centered experience.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and BLS/HeartSaver First Aid within 30 days of hire. Prior patient care experience is preferred and safety is emphasized across all duties.

Qualifications

• Basic patient care and safety
• Strong communication with patients and families
• Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks

Responsibilities

• Assist in direct patient care to promote comfort under RN supervision.
• Help patients with activities of daily living and transfers.
• Transport patients and specimens per policy and accurate logging.
• Perform routine phlebotomy as assigned and glucose monitoring where allowed.
• Record vital signs, intake/output, and weights per policy.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to RN promptly.

Skills

Basic patient care

Communication

Safety awareness

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS/HeartSaver First Aid within 30 days

Job description

WVU Medicine is seeking a patient care assistant to support direct and indirect care under supervision of a registered nurse. The role involves assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring a family-centered experience.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and BLS/HeartSaver First Aid within 30 days of hire. Prior patient care experience is preferred and safety is emphasized across all duties.