Patient Care Assistant - Med/Surg Nights

Baptist; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for the Med/Surg Nights shift. Based in Memphis, TN, this role supports licensed staff and helps ensure high-quality patient care in the Medical Surgical Unit.

The position emphasizes clear English communication, computer literacy, and adherence to established policies and patient care procedures. BLS is required within 14 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Clear English communication skills in speaking and writing.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care duties as assigned under the direction of licensed nursing personnel.
• Assists in procedures for the patient population per policies and procedures.
• Ensures patient safety.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Computer literacy

Job description

Patient Care Assistant - Med/Surg Nights

Memphis, TN, United States

Job Info

• Job Identification 41503
• Job Category NURSING
• Business Unit BMH Memphis Hospital
• Department Medical Surgical Unit

Job Description

Job Summary

Provides personal care assistance to patients under the direction of licensed personnel. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care duties as assigned under the direction of licensed nursing personnel.
• Assists in the performance of procedures for the patient population served in a manner that is consistent with established policies and procedures.
• Provides for patient safety.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Education

• Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties.

Special Skills

• Computer literacy.

Licensure

• BLS within 14 days of hire.