Patient Care Aide – Repositioning & Comfort

Baptist Health Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Arkansas is hiring a patient care assistant to support nurses by turning and repositioning patients on established schedules to prevent pressure ulcers. You will help maintain patient comfort and safety during procedures and communicate any concerns to the nursing team promptly.

Required is a high school diploma or equivalent; healthcare experience is preferred and CNA certification is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior healthcare experience preferred.
• CNA certification preferred but not required.
• Ability to lift and move patients safely.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses with turning and repositioning to prevent pressure ulcers.
• Monitor patients' skin for signs of redness or breakdown and report concerns.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety during repositioning procedures.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Attention to detail

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA certification (preferred)

Job description

Baptist Health Arkansas is hiring a patient care assistant to support nurses by turning and repositioning patients on established schedules to prevent pressure ulcers. You will help maintain patient comfort and safety during procedures and communicate any concerns to the nursing team promptly.

Required is a high school diploma or equivalent; healthcare experience is preferred and CNA certification is a plus but not required.