PATIENT CARE AIDE

Mississippi County Hospital System; Chickasawba (AR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi County Hospital System is seeking a Patient Care Aide for the 7pm-7am shift. You will support licensed personnel, help patients with daily living activities, and provide comfort and transportation to patients as part of the care plan.

The role involves monitoring vital signs, assisting with meals, and following safety protocols to ensure high-quality patient outcomes. A compassionate, energetic approach is essential to serve as a vital link between patients and the nursing staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED, BLS and basic computer skills.
• Completion of a state-approved CNA certification training course preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities including delivering meals, turning and ambulating patients, and providing water and nourishment between meals.
• Interact with patients to provide comfort and act as a link between patients and nurses/staff.
• Check vital signs and record daily information in the patient chart.
• Assist nurses and other staff as needed and adhere to policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Mobility assistance

Transportation

Education

High School diploma or GED

CNA certification training

BLS certification

Job description

Description

Patient Care Aide 7pm-7am *Safety Sensitive

Maintains a safe environment for patient, unit, and coworkers. Assists licensed personnel by completing supportive functions for maximum patient outcomes. Assists licensed personnel by providing activities related to the plan of care to improve customer satisfaction and provide optimal outcomes. Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.

The PCA will interact directly with patients, providing comfort and transportation, monitoring their vital signs and assisting with daily living needs. We are searching for a dedicated, compassionate and energetic individual to be a vital link between our patients and the nurses and other facility staff.

Assist with daily living activities. This includes delivering meals to patients, turning and ambulating patients and providing plenty of fresh water, as well as extra nourishment between meals.

• Help patients with personal hygiene. Provide patients with bedpans, help with baths, shampoos and showers
• Provide adjunct care for the patient, including ice packs, non-sterile dressings and therapeutic baths
• Check vital signs and record daily information in the patient’s chart Assist the nurses and other staff as needed
• Adhere to professional standards, follow policies and procedures and abide by federal, state and local requirements, as well as Joint Commission standards

Requirements

High School diploma or GED, BLS Basic computer skills

Required, Completion of a state-approved CNA certification training course preferred