Patient Care Assistant - Observation

Baptist; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist is looking for individuals to provide personal care assistance under the direction of licensed personnel in Memphis, Tennessee. The role involves performing direct patient care duties, assisting in procedures, and ensuring patient safety.

The ideal candidate should have strong communication skills and be computer literate. A BLS certification is required within 14 days of hire. Join our team to help make a difference in patient care!

Qualifications

• Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English.
• Computer literacy is essential.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care duties under licensed personnel.
• Assist in procedures for the patient population.
• Provide for patient safety.
• Participate in educational activities.
• Complete assigned goals.

Skills

Effective communication

Patient safety awareness

Team collaboration

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.

Specifications

Experience

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

Education

Minimum Required

• 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.

Preferred/Desired

Training

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Computer literacy.

Preferred/Desired

Licensure

Minimum Required

• BLS within 14 days of hire.

Preferred/Desired