Patient Care Assistant — Compassionate Caregiver

Blanchard-Valley-Health-System; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Blanchard-Valley-Health-System is seeking a nursing support role to assist licensed staff with indirect patient care and essential nursing functions. The position emphasizes age-appropriate care and identifying changes in patient condition on the unit.

The role requires a high school diploma, BLS CPR certification (or within 6 months of hire), and healthcare experience or related study. Strong collaboration, communication, and computer skills are essential to deliver safe, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current BLS CPR certification or obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Experience in healthcare settings (direct or non-direct) or STNA or student in a healthcare major.
• Strong collaboration and organizational skills.
• Strong technology, typing, and computer skills.
• Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to assess data and patient status across lifespan.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge and skill to provide age-appropriate care and report changes in patient condition.
• Assist with patient care and room preparation as directed by nursing staff.
• Order and restock patient care supplies to meet daily needs.
• Comply with organizational policies, procedures and practices.
• Maintain department/unit competencies for patient care.
• Demonstrate service excellence in line with the organization’s mission, vision and values.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Technology literacy

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Blanchard-Valley-Health-System is seeking a nursing support role to assist licensed staff with indirect patient care and essential nursing functions. The position emphasizes age-appropriate care and identifying changes in patient condition on the unit.

The role requires a high school diploma, BLS CPR certification (or within 6 months of hire), and healthcare experience or related study. Strong collaboration, communication, and computer skills are essential to deliver safe, compassionate care.