Patient Care Assistant - Compassionate, Hands-On Support

LE01 Phelps County Regional Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps Health in Missouri is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The role emphasizes safety, comfort, and effective communication with the care team.

The PCA performs basic duties such as vital signs, glucometer checks, toileting, feeding, bathing, and mobility support, while adhering to hospital policies and infection prevention protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year experience preferred.
• CNA certification preferred; BLS within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Follows hospital policy on patient safety measures, including infection prevention and safe patient handling.
• Provides basic patient care duties under licensed nurse supervision (vital signs, glucometer checks, toileting, feeding, bathing, activity).
• Performs actions to support quality outcomes and patient safety per policy.
• Collaborates with nursing staff to meet patients' basic needs and respond to requests to ensure safety and experience.
• Documents all patient care activities accurately to support clinical decisions.

Skills

Vital signs

Glucometer checks

Basic patient care

Infection prevention

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Phelps Health in Missouri is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The role emphasizes safety, comfort, and effective communication with the care team.

The PCA performs basic duties such as vital signs, glucometer checks, toileting, feeding, bathing, and mobility support, while adhering to hospital policies and infection prevention protocols.