Patient Care Assistant — EKG & Glucometer Support

Huntsville Hospital Health System; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntsville Hospital Health System seeks a Patient Care Assistant to support the unit with direct patient care, hygiene, mobility, and meal-related tasks under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include assisting with bathing, repositioning, transferring patients, stocking shelves, cleaning equipment, and performing EKGs and glucometer tests while maintaining competency.

This role emphasizes safety, compassionate care, and adherence to regulatory standards, with opportunities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CNA training preferred.
• Experience as receptionist or unit secretary preferred.
• CNA certification preferred; BLS certification required or within 30 days of hire.
• Conflict resolution/de-escalation/physical intervention certificate (MOAB/CPI or equivalent) required by hire or within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care tasks: bathing, positioning, transferring, and daily activities under RN supervision.
• Stock supplies and clean equipment; assist with dietary tasks.
• Perform EKGs and glucometer point-of-care testing; maintain competency.

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA Training preferred

Job description

Huntsville Hospital Health System seeks a Patient Care Assistant to support the unit with direct patient care, hygiene, mobility, and meal-related tasks under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include assisting with bathing, repositioning, transferring patients, stocking shelves, cleaning equipment, and performing EKGs and glucometer tests while maintaining competency.

This role emphasizes safety, compassionate care, and adherence to regulatory standards, with opportunities