Patient Care Associate - 2W Medical Nursing | Full Time | Days

Singing River Health System; Ocean Springs (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Singing River Ocean Springs Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Associate to provide basic nursing care and support under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or LPN. Expect adherence to CDC infection control guidelines and SRHS policies while delivering compassionate care to patients.

Education includes a high school diploma or equivalent; Nurse Assistant/Aide program preferred, with CNA certification preferred upon hire for the SNF unit.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Nurse Assistant/Aide program preferred.
• Current CNA certification preferred; CNA certification required upon hire for SNF unit.
• Must complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire or transfer.
• De-escalation training must be completed by end of orientation (90 days).
• Equivalent related work experience or completion of a Nurse Aide program required.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care per predefined plan of care.
• Work under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or LPN.
• Follow CDC Infection Control guidelines and department policies.
• Adhere to Singing River Health System procedures and governing guidance.
• Demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and collaborative teamwork.

Skills

Basic nursing care

Communication

De-escalation training

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Nurse Assistant/Aide program

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

Computer proficiency

Job description

At Singing River Health System, caring isn’t just part of the job — it’s in our DNA. Whether we’re saving lives, supporting behind the scenes, or showing up for our community, we bring the energy, heart, and hustle every single day.

With pride, passion, and commitment, we will improve health and save lives in our community every day.

Shift
7AM - 7PM

Location
Singing River Ocean Springs Hospital

Position Overview
The Patient Care Associate provides basic nursing care (i.e. personal and restorative care) to patients according to predefined guidelines; a plan of care established by a Registered Nurse or LPN; and under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse or LPN. The plan of care will utilize the CDC Guidelines for Infection Control as well as the Singing River Health System Departments of Nursing Plan for Provision of Care, Treatment, and Services. Expectation is for all performed duties to be in accordance with Singing River Health System procedures and policies, accreditation organization, and governing guidance and publications for health care employees.

DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.

Education
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Successful completion of Nurse Assistant/Aide program preferred.

License
N/A

Certification
Current Certified Nursing Assistant certification recognized by the State of Mississippi Department of Health preferred. (CNA Certification required upon hire for SNF unit) (Apprentices transferring to SNF will be allowed 120 days to schedule the skills exam. If not obtained within the 120 days, will be removed from the SNF unit)
Must complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.

Experience
Equivalent related work experience or completion of a Nurse Aide program required.

Reports To
Registered Nurse or LPN responsible for patient care management during a shift.

Supervises
None.

Physical Demands
Work is moderately active: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office, move about the facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHS service area. Work involves exerting a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Work involves using many physical motions in performing daily work activities; subject to exposure of body fluids, sputum and tissues, which may carry the hazard of infectious disease. Work involves using repetitive motions: substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such as computer keyboard.
Work involves being able to perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or without correction; the ability to make fine discriminations in sound. Work requires close visual and acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor to forms/printed material that are closer to compare data at close vision.
Must be able to be active for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must be able to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may be instituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts or weekends.

Mental Demands
Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision-making abilities. Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels. Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required. Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations.

Special Demands
Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.
Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages.