Patient Care Assistant: Compassionate Nursing Support

Reading Hospital; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Reading Hospital, part of Tower Health, seeks a Patient Care Assistant to provide nursing support under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will perform routine direct patient care while following established policies to ensure patient safety and comfort.

The role requires strong communication, teamwork, and compassion, with BLS certification and a high school diploma or GED. Experience is not required, training will be provided on-site.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of all required competencies and trainings for the role.
• High School Diploma or GED (or relevant experience in lieu).
• BLS Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse.
• Perform routine direct patient care activities following established policies and procedures in a manner conducive to patient safety and comfort.

Skills

Customer Service

Detail Oriented

Epic Proficiency

Excellent Communications

Interpersonal Skills

Good Reasoning

Listening Skills

Medical Terminology

Problem Solving

Service Orientation

Strategic Thinking

Strong Team Player

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Reading Hospital, part of Tower Health, seeks a Patient Care Assistant to provide nursing support under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will perform routine direct patient care while following established policies to ensure patient safety and comfort.

The role requires strong communication, teamwork, and compassion, with BLS certification and a high school diploma or GED. Experience is not required, training will be provided on-site.