Patient Care Assistant: Vitals, Specimens & EMR

Licking Memorial Health Systems; Newark, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Licking Memorial Health Systems in Newark, Ohio, seeks a dedicated Patient Care Assistant to support registered nurses in delivering safe, compassionate care in the patient care area. You will assist with clinical tasks, monitor high‑risk patients, collect specimens, and document care activities in the EMR.

Responsibilities include performing urine pregnancy tests, obtaining vitals and weights, entering orders, stocking supplies, and ensuring accurate data entry and professional patient

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• CPR certification maintained
• Electronic medical record competency
• Ability to read, write and follow instructions
• Work independently and professionally
• 12 lead ECG testing proficiency

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned patient care tasks
• Accurately collect, perform and document urine pregnancy tests and related quality controls
• Provide one-to-one monitoring for high-risk patients as requested by RN or physician
• Obtain vitals and weights
• Collect, label, and enter specimens accurately
• Enter work orders in the computer
• Stock supplies at bedside and maintain organization before shift end
• Document in electronic medical record

Job description

Licking Memorial Health Systems in Newark, Ohio, seeks a dedicated Patient Care Assistant to support registered nurses in delivering safe, compassionate care in the patient care area. You will assist with clinical tasks, monitor high‑risk patients, collect specimens, and document care activities in the EMR.

Responsibilities include performing urine pregnancy tests, obtaining vitals and weights, entering orders, stocking supplies, and ensuring accurate data entry and professional patient