Patient Care Assistant — Start Your Nursing Journey

Houston Dose; Houston (TX); In loco; USD 19.000 - 29.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Houston Methodist is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support licensed nursing staff by performing delegated nursing assistant tasks and assisting in patient care across age-diverse populations. The role includes hourly rounding, basic ADL support, and documenting care under supervision.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, and complete one of the listed pathways for PCA experience.

Competenze

• Must complete one of the following: PCA externship
• PCA internal internship
• Six months of direct patient care experience
• Enrolled in a school of nursing program with a completed first clinical rotation
• BLS - Basic Life Support certification (American Heart Association) required

Mansioni

• Promotes a positive work environment with the interprofessional care team.
• Interacts with peers, staff, and physicians in a supportive and respectful manner.
• Provides direct patient care under supervision of a licensed nurse; documents care provided.
• Performs hourly rounding to anticipate patient needs and report observations.
• Maintains equipment and supplies; may serve as in-house courier.
• Contributes to improving patient satisfaction and safety.

Formazione

High School diploma or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

Houston Methodist is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support licensed nursing staff by performing delegated nursing assistant tasks and assisting in patient care across age-diverse populations. The role includes hourly rounding, basic ADL support, and documenting care under supervision.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, and complete one of the listed pathways for PCA experience.