Patient Care Assistant - Acute Hematology Oncology, Nights

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Memphis, TN, seeks a dedicated personal care aide to support licensed staff in providing patient care and safety on site.

The role emphasizes clear English communication, basic computer literacy, and adherence to facility procedures, with opportunities for ongoing education and professional development.

Qualifications

• Must communicate clearly in English, both written and spoken.
• Proficient with basic computer tasks and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care duties as assigned under the direction of licensed nursing personnel.
• Assists in procedures for the patient population served in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Provides for patient safety.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Clear English communication

Computer literacy

Job description

Job Summary

Provides personal care assistance to patients under the direction of licensed personnel. Performs other duties as assigned.

Overview

Provides personal care assistance to patients under the direction of licensed personnel. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care duties as assigned under the direction of licensed nursing personnel.
• Assists in the performance of procedures for the patient population served in a manner that is consistent with established policies and procedures.
• Provides for patient safety.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Education

• Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties.

Special Skills

• Computer literacy.

Licensure

• BLS within 14 days of hire.