Patient Care Aide — Growth Path & Trusted Care

Marshall Medical Centers; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Nurse residency program

On-site employee pharmacy

Job summary

Huntsville Hospital in Alabama is seeking a Patient Care Aide to assist with direct patient care under the supervision of the RN/LPN, upholding care standards and adapting to a diverse patient population. The role requires prioritizing multiple tasks and thriving in a rapidly changing environment.

Responsibilities include basic nursing care within scope, assisting with admissions/discharges, explaining procedures to patients and families, documenting per policies, and efficient resource use.

Qualifications

• Education: High School/GED completion.
• BLS certification required before the end of orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic nursing care within the Patient Care Aide scope of practice.
• Assists in admission, transfer and discharge of patient.
• Explains care to patient and family; answers questions within scope of practice.
• Maintains documentation per standards and policies.
• Responds to emergencies and uses resources efficiently.

Skills

Direct patient care

Diversity awareness

Prioritization

Adaptability

Education

High School/GED

Tools

BLS

Job description

Huntsville Hospital in Alabama is seeking a Patient Care Aide to assist with direct patient care under the supervision of the RN/LPN, upholding care standards and adapting to a diverse patient population. The role requires prioritizing multiple tasks and thriving in a rapidly changing environment.

Responsibilities include basic nursing care within scope, assisting with admissions/discharges, explaining procedures to patients and families, documenting per policies, and efficient resource use.