Patient Care Assistant - Day Shift

McLaren Health Care; Port Huron (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Health Care in Port Huron, MI seeks a dedicated Nursing Assistant to support patient care on the 6 N Medical Surgical unit. Under RN supervision, you will perform routine care, assist with daily activities, and help maintain a safe, clean environment to promote patient comfort.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, at least 6 months of related experience or training, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six (6) months of job-related experience and/or training.
• BLS certification from an approved provider.

Responsibilities

• Performs specific patient care interventions as delegated by the RN in effort to identify/attain treatment goals.
• Delivers compassionate support, attention, and assistance to patients and families.
• Provides physical support for patients with daily activities and personal hygiene, including bathing, showering, feeding, dressing, getting out of bed, using the toilet, walking, standing or exercising.
• Ensures compliance with all health care regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment and protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control, hazardous waste and other policies and protocols.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

HIPAA awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

Tools

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

McLaren Health Care in Port Huron, MI seeks a dedicated Nursing Assistant to support patient care on the 6 N Medical Surgical unit. Under RN supervision, you will perform routine care, assist with daily activities, and help maintain a safe, clean environment to promote patient comfort.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, at least 6 months of related experience or training, and BLS certification.