Patient Care Assistant: Collaborative Nurse Support

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California's Keck Hospital of USC is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support nursing staff in patient care delivery, data collection, and unit organization in a fast-paced clinical environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration with RNs, accurate data documentation, and safe patient handling, all while ensuring patient comfort and safety through ADL support and proper use of care equipment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN in patient care and plan of care.
• Collect and document vital signs and daily data for RN review.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Document care provided and communicate abnormal findings to RN.

Skills

English communication

Patient care

Team collaboration

Cerner navigation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA certification

Tools

Cerner EMR

EKG equipment

Job description

University of Southern California's Keck Hospital of USC is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support nursing staff in patient care delivery, data collection, and unit organization in a fast-paced clinical environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration with RNs, accurate data documentation, and safe patient handling, all while ensuring patient comfort and safety through ADL support and proper use of care equipment.