patient care assistant

Texas Children's Hospital Administrative Fellowship; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children’s Hospital is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Assistant to join our Emergency Room team in Houston. This full-time position involves assisting Registered Nurses in delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment, emphasizing Family Centered Care. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and related clinical education.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a nursing assistant program or similar clinical education.
• One year of direct patient care experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the collection and documentation of patient/family data.
• Provide patient care in collaboration with Registered Nurses (RNs).
• Document vital signs and notify RNs of abnormal findings.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Collaboration

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Completion of a formal nursing assistant program

Job description

Patient Care Assistant

patient care assistant

Houston, TX, US

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Position: patient care assistant

Talent Area: Patient Care Assistant

Full/Part Time: Full time

Location: Houston, TX, US

Department: Emergency Room

Shift: Evening

Job ID: 417627

We are searching for a Patient Care Assistant— someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will perform a variety of routine and specialized patient care activities, as assigned, under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN). Care will be delivered that incorporates Family Centered Care cost-effectively and is developmental and age-appropriate for the patient population.

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Job Duties & Responsibilities

Assist with the collection and documentation of patient/family data

Obtains and documents vital signs (without the use of continuous physiologic monitors) and notifies professional of abnormal findings as evidenced by supervisory observation and review of medical records

Provide high-quality, cost-effective patient care in collaboration with the RN and in conjunction with the patient/family

Demonstrate ability to collaborate with multiple RNs in a professional manner to prioritize workload based on patient/family needs as evidenced by supervisory observation and verbal/written feedback

Assist in identifying patient/family response to care provided

Provide input to the RN for the development and ongoing modification of the plan of care, as evidenced by supervisory observation, verbal/written feedback, and review of the plan of care

Maintain accountability for development of self and participates in development of others

Demonstrate commitment to team, flexibility, professional interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills

Participate in achieving hospital/unit goals

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

Skills & Requirements

H.S. Diploma or GED Required

One of the following is required in addition to the high school diploma or GED:

Completion of a formal nursing assistant educational program or certification (e.g.

Diploma/Course/Certificate/associate degree/Etc. completed in a Certified Nurse Assistant, Medical Assistant, or similar clinical education program).

Currently enrolled in a BSN degree program with one clinical rotation completed at hire.

One (1) year of direct patient care experience.

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