Night Shift Patient Care Technician

WVU Medicine; Buckhannon (WV); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

STJ St. Joseph's Hospital is seeking a patient care assistant to support both direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision. The role emphasizes quality patient care in coordination with licensed staff and requires a high school diploma and BLS within 30 days of hire.

The position includes night shifts, a 40-hour workweek, and non-exempt status, with opportunities to contribute to a collaborative hospital environment and patient safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Observes and reports patient concerns/changes in condition to a registered nurse.
• Assists the Registered Nurse with admission, transfer, discharge and general patient care duties.
• Records vital signs, assists in personal hygiene and other patient comfort measures.
• Assists in specimen collection and related activities.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment to prevent infections and ensure safety.
• Reports equipment repairs to appropriate personnel promptly.
• Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures.
• Communicates nutrition issues to the RN, such as poor appetite or diet changes.
• Assists department with administrative tasks and answers patient call bells.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

STJ St. Joseph's Hospital is seeking a patient care assistant to support both direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision. The role emphasizes quality patient care in coordination with licensed staff and requires a high school diploma and BLS within 30 days of hire.

The position includes night shifts, a 40-hour workweek, and non-exempt status, with opportunities to contribute to a collaborative hospital environment and patient safety initiatives.