Patient Care Aide - Hospital

Parkland Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkland Health in Dallas is actively seeking a dedicated Nurse Aide to support patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This full-time, day-shift position emphasizes patient centered care and teamwork in a busy hospital setting.

Responsibilities include basic hygiene, vital signs, mobility assistance, and documentation. CPR certification is required within 90 days. Training and growth opportunities are available within Parkland’s nursing programs.

Qualifications

• Formal nurse aide training or CNA/medical assistant credentials.
• Must have current CPR (Heartsaver) within 90 days of hire.
• Must be enrolled in or graduate from an accredited nursing program.
• Demonstrates basic patient care skills and equipment handling.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic hygiene care, unsterile treatments, vital signs and ROM exercises under RN direction.
• Assist with ambulation, feeding and patient transportation.
• Advocate for patients, maintain confidentiality and patient rights.
• Document activities and patient status as per nursing standards.
• Monitor patient environment and equipment and report deficiencies.
• Escort patients and support translation when needed.
• Suggest workflow improvements and participate in unit goals.
• Pursue ongoing education and apply knowledge to practice.

Skills

Basic patient care

Communication

Patient-centered care

Education

Nurse aide course

CNA registry

Medical assistant course

Medical assistant certificate

PCT course

PCT certificate

Enrolled in accredited nursing program

Graduate from accredited nursing program

Parkland training program

Job description

Parkland Health in Dallas is actively seeking a dedicated Nurse Aide to support patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This full-time, day-shift position emphasizes patient centered care and teamwork in a busy hospital setting.

Responsibilities include basic hygiene, vital signs, mobility assistance, and documentation. CPR certification is required within 90 days. Training and growth opportunities are available within Parkland’s nursing programs.