Night Shift Patient Care Associate: Vital Signs & Basic Care

Memorial Healthcare; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Healthcare System in Miramar, FL is seeking a patient care assistant to support licensed nurses under supervision. You will perform basic patient care, monitor vital signs, assist with daily living activities, and help keep rooms clean and stocked.

The role requires basic patient care experience and BLS certification; EKG and phlebotomy competencies within six months are expected. This is a night shift with a strong emphasis on patient safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Basic patient care experience required.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• EKG and phlebotomy competencies within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN.
• Monitor vital signs, EKG testing, phlebotomy, taking blood glucose measurements.
• Assist with keeping patient rooms/areas stocked, clean and orderly.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating).
• Reports abnormal findings or changes in conditions to nursing staff.
• Assist with transporting patients as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Communication

Accountability

Customer service

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

No degree required

Job description

Memorial Healthcare System in Miramar, FL is seeking a patient care assistant to support licensed nurses under supervision. You will perform basic patient care, monitor vital signs, assist with daily living activities, and help keep rooms clean and stocked.

The role requires basic patient care experience and BLS certification; EKG and phlebotomy competencies within six months are expected. This is a night shift with a strong emphasis on patient safety and teamwork.