Patient Care Aide — Growth Path & Education Benefits

Huntsville Hospital; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Tuition assistance

On-site employee health clinic

Job summary

Huntsville Hospital is offering a non-licensed clinical ladder program designed to reward dedicated patient care aides who meet defined criteria. The role emphasizes continued development, self-growth, and career advancement within a nationally recognized health system.

Responsibilities include providing basic nursing care within the Patient Care Aide scope, assisting with admissions and discharges, and communicating with patients and families.

Qualifications

• Education: High School/GED completion
• BLS required before the conclusion of orientation period

Responsibilities

• Provides basic nursing care to patients within the Patient Care Aide scope of practice.
• Assists in admission, transfer and discharge of patient.
• Provides explanation to patient and family prior to care; answers questions.
• Demonstrates ability to be flexible, organized and cope with stress.
• Responds to patient in emergency or distressful situations.
• Documentation meets current standards and policies.
• Assumes accountability for appropriate utilization of resources.
• Performs other duties as assigned within the Patient Care Aide scope of practice.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS certification

Job description

Huntsville Hospital is offering a non-licensed clinical ladder program designed to reward dedicated patient care aides who meet defined criteria. The role emphasizes continued development, self-growth, and career advancement within a nationally recognized health system.

Responsibilities include providing basic nursing care within the Patient Care Aide scope, assisting with admissions and discharges, and communicating with patients and families.