Patient Care Assistant (Stepdown)

Baptist; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization seeks a dedicated individual to provide personal care assistance to patients under licensed personnel's direction. The role includes performing direct patient care duties, enhancing patient safety, and participating in ongoing education activities. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and computer literacy. This position is crucial for maintaining high standards of patient care and safety within the healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English.
• Ability to write legibly and record information accurately.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance to patients under the direction of licensed personnel.
• Perform direct patient care duties as assigned.
• Assist in the performance of procedures for patients.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Clear communication

Computer literacy

Education

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

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.

Training

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Computer literacy.

Licensure

Minimum Required

• BLS within 14 days of hire.