Patient Care Assistant - Clinical Support

WVU Medicine Golisano Children's; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown, WV is seeking a Nursing Assistant to perform direct patient care under supervision, promoting comfort and safety while supporting licensed staff.

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and obtain BLS/HeartSaver within 30 days of hire. Prior patient care experience is preferred, with a full-time on-site schedule and varied shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support or HeartSaver First Aid within 30 days of hire date.
• Prior patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in direct patient care by providing basic physical care to promote patient comfort as directed by the Registered Nurse.
• Assists all assigned patients with activities of daily living according to need in a timely manner including making all assigned beds.
• Safely transports patients to tests and procedures and escorts patients for discharge.
• Transports specimens and items throughout the facility.
• Performs assigned tests such as glucose monitoring, urine and stool testing and maintains quality control testing & logs.
• Performs routine phlebotomy services, excluding line draws, in departments determined by management.
• Obtains and records vital signs and measurements according to departmental policy.
• Provides respiratory support by setting up equipment for oxygen administration.
• Observes and reports patient concerns/changes in condition to a registered nurse immediately.
• Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures and assists with procedures.
• Assists with basic rehab/Physical Therapy activities.
• Communicates nutrition issues to RN and supports diet changes.
• Maintains a safe, clean environment and assists in routine unit operations.
• Answers telephone and relays messages; ensures timely communication.
• Remains aware of equipment needs and reports repairs promptly.

Skills

High school diploma

BLS certification

Prior patient care (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown, WV is seeking a Nursing Assistant to perform direct patient care under supervision, promoting comfort and safety while supporting licensed staff.

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and obtain BLS/HeartSaver within 30 days of hire. Prior patient care experience is preferred, with a full-time on-site schedule and varied shifts.