Night Shift Patient Care Associate - CNA-Preferred

Singing River Health System; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Singing River Health System is seeking a Patient Care Associate to perform basic nursing and assistive care for patients at the Pascagoula Hospital. The role follows a plan of care under RN/LPN supervision and adheres to infection control guidelines.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent, Nurse Aide program completion preferred, and current BCLS certification. CNA certification is preferred for certain units, with 120 days to obtain scheduling exam for SNF.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Nurse Aide program completion preferred, CNA certification preferred upon hire for SNF unit.
• Must complete and maintain BCLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care per predefined guidelines and care plan.
• Follow CDC Infection Control guidelines and hospital policies.
• Work under supervision of RN/LPN to deliver patient care.
• Demonstrate professional communication and patient-centered support.

Skills

Patient care

De-escalation training

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma

Nurse Aide program

Job description

Singing River Health System is seeking a Patient Care Associate to perform basic nursing and assistive care for patients at the Pascagoula Hospital. The role follows a plan of care under RN/LPN supervision and adheres to infection control guidelines.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent, Nurse Aide program completion preferred, and current BCLS certification. CNA certification is preferred for certain units, with 120 days to obtain scheduling exam for SNF.