Patient Care Aide — Hands-On Support, Vital Signs & Comfort

Kent Hospital; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Hospital in Warwick, RI is seeking a compassionate Nursing Assistant to provide general patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will assist with personal hygiene, monitor intake and output, and help maintain a safe and comfortable patient environment.

You must have Vocational/Technical training and at least six months of related experience, plus an RI Nursing Assistant license. The role emphasizes accuracy in charting and teamwork to support high‑quality care across

Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical training and more than six months job-related experience or equivalent.
• RI State Nursing Assistant license is also required.

Responsibilities

• Provide general patient care and performs routine treatments and procedures as directed by the Registered Nurse.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment with well-stocked supplies and functioning equipment.
• Maintain patient’s medical records in an orderly manner and document all care provided.
• Observe assigned patients and report changes to RN/Team Leader.
• Take and record patient’s vital signs and other measurements as indicated.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Record keeping

Teamwork

Education

RI Nursing Assistant license

Vocational/Technical training

Job description

Kent Hospital in Warwick, RI is seeking a compassionate Nursing Assistant to provide general patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will assist with personal hygiene, monitor intake and output, and help maintain a safe and comfortable patient environment.

You must have Vocational/Technical training and at least six months of related experience, plus an RI Nursing Assistant license. The role emphasizes accuracy in charting and teamwork to support high‑quality care across