Patient Care Assistant II - Flexible Weekend Shifts

Harris Health System, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health System in Houston, TX seeks a Patient Care Assistant II to support patient care activities on inpatient units under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will work closely with the charge nurse and staff nurses to ensure patient needs are met and safety is maintained.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, two years of related clinical experience, BLS certification, and various unit-specific credentials, with potential for certification within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with relevant technical training.
• Two years of related clinical experience.
• CNA/CMA/EMT-B certification or nursing student exemption.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) by AHA or hospital program.
• Aggression Management certification within 90 days of hire.
• EKG or Phlebotomy competency within 6 months, as applicable.
• Other unit-specific certificates as required.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care activities on inpatient nursing units under RN supervision.
• Collaborate with charge nurse and staff nurses to meet patient needs.
• Adhere to patient safety measures and care protocols.
• Demonstrate professional communication and basic clinical skills.
• Model personal and professional effectiveness in daily tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Medical terminology

MS Word

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Typing

Computer basics

MS Word

Job description

Harris Health System in Houston, TX seeks a Patient Care Assistant II to support patient care activities on inpatient units under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will work closely with the charge nurse and staff nurses to ensure patient needs are met and safety is maintained.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, two years of related clinical experience, BLS certification, and various unit-specific credentials, with potential for certification within 90 days.