Patient Care Assistant: CNA Training & Hands-On Care

LE01 Phelps County Regional Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps Health is a Missouri hospital system seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to provide direct patient care under supervision. The role includes basic nursing tasks such as vital signs, glucometer checks, and assisting with daily activities.

Preferred candidates have a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of experience, and MO CNA certification. BLS must be completed within 90 days of employment. Work involves exposure to infectious diseases and frontline patient contact.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year experience preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) through Missouri preferred.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) must be obtained within first 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse (RN/LPN/shift manager).
• Records vital signs and glucometer checks.
• Assists with activities of daily living: feeding, bathing, toileting, and mobility.
• Documents care activities and communicates patient information to the care team.

Skills

Vital signs

Glucometer checks

Patient safety

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA preferred

Tools

BLS training

Job description

Phelps Health is a Missouri hospital system seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to provide direct patient care under supervision. The role includes basic nursing tasks such as vital signs, glucometer checks, and assisting with daily activities.

Preferred candidates have a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of experience, and MO CNA certification. BLS must be completed within 90 days of employment. Work involves exposure to infectious diseases and frontline patient contact.