Patient Care Assistant - PW NICU (Dayshift)

Texas Children's Hospital; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children's Hospital in Houston is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to perform routine and specialized patient care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. Care will be delivered that incorporates Family Centered Care and is developmentally appropriate for the patient population.

We emphasize collaboration with RNs, accurate documentation, and a commitment to safety. A HS diploma or CNA program/com certification plus one year of direct patient care is expected.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Completion of a formal nursing assistant program or certification.
• BSN degree track with one clinical rotation completed at hire.
• One year of direct patient care experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collection and documentation of patient/family data.
• Obtain and document vital signs and notify RN of abnormal findings.
• Provide high-quality, cost-effective patient care in collaboration with the RN.
• Collaborate with RNs to prioritize workload based on patient/family needs.
• Assist in identifying patient/family response to care.
• Provide input for the plan of care development and modification.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Communication with RN

Documentation

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Nursing assistant program/certification

BSN in progress (clinical rotation completed at hire)

One year direct patient care experience

Job description

Job Description

We are searching for a Patient Care Assistant— someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will perform a variety of routine and specialized patient care activities, as assigned, under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN). Care will be delivered that incorporates Family Centered Care cost-effectively and is developmental and age-appropriate for the patient population.

We are searching for a Patient Care Assistant— someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will perform a variety of routine and specialized patient care activities, as assigned, under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN). Care will be delivered that incorporates Family Centered Care cost-effectively and is developmental and age-appropriate for the patient population.

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Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with the collection and documentation of patient/family data
• Obtains and documents vital signs (without the use of continuous physiologic monitors) and notifies professional of abnormal findings as evidenced by supervisory observation and review of medical records
• Provide high-quality, cost-effective patient care in collaboration with the RN and in conjunction with the patient/family
• Demonstrate ability to collaborate with multiple RNs in a professional manner to prioritize workload based on patient/family needs as evidenced by supervisory observation and verbal/written feedback
• Assist in identifying patient/family response to care provided
• Provide input to the RN for the development and ongoing modification of the plan of care, as evidenced by supervisory observation, verbal/written feedback, and review of the plan of care
• Maintain accountability for development of self and participates in development of others
• Demonstrate commitment to team, flexibility, professional interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills
• Participate in achieving hospital/unit goals

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

Skills & Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or GED Required
• One of the following is required in addition to the high school diploma or GED:
• Completion of a formal nursing assistant educational program or certification (e.g.
• Diploma/Course/Certificate/associate degree/Etc. completed in a Certified Nurse Assistant, Medical Assistant, or similar clinical education program).
• Currently enrolled in a BSN degree program with one clinical rotation completed at hire.
• One (1) year of direct patient care experience.