Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Partner (AUA)

Oklahoma Heart Hospital, L.L.C.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) plan with employer match

Disability insurance (short/long-term)

Employee Assistance Programs

Paid Time Off

Extended Medical Benefits

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Oklahoma Heart Hospital is seeking a Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Partner to assist with patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will help with daily activities, comfort measures, and collaborate closely with physicians and the clinical team.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, BLS certification, and 6–12 months of acute care experience; CNA/MA/PCA or AUA pathway is preferred. This role is based on-site in Oklahoma City.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED; CNA/MA/PCA program preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: BLS required; basic EKG skills within six months.
• Experience: 6–12 months in an acute healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of patient care duties under RN supervision.
• Interact with patients, families, physicians and staff in a professional manner.
• Assist clinical team with patient care tasks and comfort measures.
• Provide support with activities of daily living and basic patient comfort.

Skills

Patient care

BLS awareness

Education

High school or GED

CNA/MA/PCA program preferred

AUA program completion (for PCA path)

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team at Oklahoma Heart Hospital (OHH)

ONE TEAM. ALL HEART. At OHH, we believe that patient care is truly at the heart of everything we do. Our dedicated team members are involved in every step of our patients’ journeys, bringing hope, compassion, and healing to both patients and their families. Together with our physicians and caregivers, we’re shaping the future of heart care in Oklahoma by serving the state and leading the nation.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Comprehensive Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Extended Medical Benefits (EMB)
  • Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth

Please note that benefits may vary by position, and some roles (like PRN, Flex, Float, etc.) may have exclusions. For eligible positions, benefits start on your first day!

We can’t wait for you to join our heart-centered team!

Responsibilities

The Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Partner (AUA) Performs a variety of patient care duties under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. Actively participates in administering patient care and ensures a safe and comforting environment. Must be able to interact with patients, families, physicians and all levels of staffing an effective manner. Assist clinical team members by performing a variety of patient care tasks and comfort measures under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Essential Functions

• Actively participates in administering patient care and ensures a safe and comforting environment
• Responds to patients’ needs in a timely manner
• Assists patients with ADL’s, including meals, bathing, and hygiene needs
• Demonstrates ability to perform 12 lead EKG.

Qualifications

Nursing Assistant:

Education: High School graduate or G.E.D. certificate preferred. Completion of CNA Program, Medical Assistant Program, PCA or similar program preferred.

Licensure/Certification: Current BLS certification required. Basic EKG skills required within six months of employment.

Experience: Six (6) months to one (1) year of continuous experience in an acute healthcare setting preferred.

Patient Care Partner:

Education: High School graduate or G.E.D. certificate preferred. Completion of AUA Program.

Licensure/Certification: Current BLS certification required. Basic EKG skills required within six months of employment. Completion of AUA Certification Program with successful completion of test and licensed with the Oklahoma Board of Nursing.

Experience: Six (6) months to one (1) year of continuous experience in an acute healthcare setting preferred.

As part of our team, you are empowered to work collaboratively with our physicians and other caregivers, and play an integral role in setting the standard for excellence in patient care. Every team member at OHH plays an integral role in our patients’ experience. Theyare the reason OHH continues to serve the state and lead the nation. Be part of the future of cardiac care.