Observation Unit Patient Care Technician - PRN

BJC HealthCare; Missouri; On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Disability insurance

Retirement contribution

Job summary

BARNES-JEWISH HOSPITAL at Washington University Medical Center is seeking a CNA/Nurse Assistant to support licensed nurses in a high-volume setting. You will assist with ADLs, vital signs, and patient monitoring to help maintain a safe care environment.

The role emphasizes direct patient care under supervision, accurate documentation, and teamwork; a CNA license is preferred, High School Diploma or GED required, with weekend and holiday rotation as needed.

Qualifications

• Preferred CNAs, nurse assistants, EMTs, or surgical technicians.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• No prior experience required; entry level.
• Certified Nurse Assistant license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under supervision of licensed nurses.
• Assists with activities of daily living and vital signs.
• Collects patient data and reports changes to the nursing team.
• Documents care activities with medical terminology.
• Acts as 1:1 safety sitter as needed.

Skills

CNA experience

Nurse assistant

EMT

Surgical technician

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

• Preferred experience as a CNA, nurse assistant, EMT, or surgical technician
• Two shifts every 6 weeks – rotating
• Days 7am-7:30pm
• Nights 7pm-7:30am
• Holiday Rotation
• Weekend Rotation

Overview

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

Provides direct patient care to support the licensed professional nurses responsible for a team of patients to ensure a safe environment for patients by reducing risk of harm. Collects vital information on the patient and reports such to the nursing team which contributes to the overall assessment of each patient and any changes to a patient's condition.

Responsibilities

• Implements direct patient care under the supervision of the nurse, promoting patient and family centered care in a healing environment. Administers or assists patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), performs vital signs, intake & output, fall and pressure ulcer prevention measures, urinary catheter care, phlebotomy, or point of care testing as requested.
• Collects clinical data and information on patients, and reports changes in patient status to the nurse.
• Assists nurse with patient and family education. Documents all patient care activities provided with correct medical terminology. Acts as 1:1 patient safety sitter as necessary.
• Ensures availability of supplies and equipment to meet each patient's needs.
• Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance. Participates in professional development.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience

• No Experience

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience

Preferred Requirements

Licenses & Certifications

• Certified Nurse Assistant

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary.

*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer