Patient Care Assistant — Nursing Support & Vital Signs

Medical University of South Carolina; Florence (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) is seeking a compassionate patient care assistant to support nursing staff in Florence. Responsibilities include aiding with daily patient activities, hygiene, mobility, and meal services under supervision.

Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred; Experience: previous hospital experience preferred; Certification: AHA BLS required. Equal opportunity employer offering varied shifts and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous hospital experience not required but preferred.
• AHA BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing team with patient care activities and related services for personal needs, comfort, and safety of patients.
• Assist patients with personal hygiene, dressing, and mobility.
• Change bed linens and assist with patient transportation to tests and procedures.
• Record temperature or vital signs under the direction of a nurse.
• May serve food trays and provide between-meal nourishment to patients.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) is seeking a compassionate patient care assistant to support nursing staff in Florence. Responsibilities include aiding with daily patient activities, hygiene, mobility, and meal services under supervision.

Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred; Experience: previous hospital experience preferred; Certification: AHA BLS required. Equal opportunity employer offering varied shifts and a supportive team environment.