Patient Care Assistant - Nursing Support

Huntsville Hospital; Tuscumbia (AL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntsville Hospital is seeking a patient care aide to support registered nurses and licensed practical nurses in routine tasks that do not require licensure. You will follow supervision and implement care as directed by an RN or LPN.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and CPR certification, with the ability to certify within 90 days. Prior healthcare exposure is helpful but not required.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience: Demonstrate the ability and knowledge of proper skills, technique and attempts these when the situation arises.
• Certification: CPR certification or capability to certify within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in patient care tasks not requiring licensure.
• Implements care under the supervision of an RN or LPN.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certification by state exam or National Certification

Job description

Huntsville Hospital is seeking a patient care aide to support registered nurses and licensed practical nurses in routine tasks that do not require licensure. You will follow supervision and implement care as directed by an RN or LPN.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and CPR certification, with the ability to certify within 90 days. Prior healthcare exposure is helpful but not required.