Patient Care Assistant I - Compassionate Patient Support

CHI; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

CHI St. Vincent in Arkansas is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support patients with daily activities and comfort. You will assist with personal hygiene, mobility, feeding, and help nursing staff by monitoring vitals and preparing rooms.

The role emphasizes a diligent, patient-focused approach, willingness to learn, and ability to follow coaching. CPR certification within 30 days and prior acute care experience are valuable assets.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic Life Support - CPR within 30 days.
• One of: CNA/EMT or Fundamentals of Nursing completion in RN/LPN program.
• Minimum 6 months direct patient care in an acute care setting in last 24 months.
• Verifiable CPCT certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as delegated by RN staff.
• Monitors and records vital signs.
• Assists with personal hygiene and physical care needs.
• Calculates and documents intake and output.
• Obtains and records daily weight.
• Performs blood glucose testing using glucose meter.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Hygiene assistance

Weight measurement

Glucose testing

Education

High School Diploma

GED

CPR within 30 days

CNA/EMT certification

Fundamentals of Nursing program completion

6 months direct patient care (acute care)

CPCT certification

Job description

CHI St. Vincent in Arkansas is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support patients with daily activities and comfort. You will assist with personal hygiene, mobility, feeding, and help nursing staff by monitoring vitals and preparing rooms.

The role emphasizes a diligent, patient-focused approach, willingness to learn, and ability to follow coaching. CPR certification within 30 days and prior acute care experience are valuable assets.