Patient Care Associate: Direct & Indirect Care

Unity Health; Searcy (AR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity Health in Searcy, AR is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of an RN or LPN. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, observing patient conditions, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.

This role emphasizes infection control, safety compliance, and teamwork within the care team. Ability to read and write clearly and handle basic math tasks is important.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent; ability to read, use simple math, and write clearly.
• Experience as nursing assistant or patient-related position desirable but not required.
• Ability to perform direct and indirect patient care duties under RN/LPN guidance.
• Safety sensitive position with health and safety considerations.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct and indirect patient care under the guidance and direction of the RN and LPN.
• Assist with activities of daily living and observe patient conditions and vital signs.
• Maintain clean patient areas and follow infection control and safety guidelines.
• Support the organization’s mission, vision, and values.

Skills

Reading

Math

Writing clearly

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Unity Health in Searcy, AR is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of an RN or LPN. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, observing patient conditions, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.

This role emphasizes infection control, safety compliance, and teamwork within the care team. Ability to read and write clearly and handle basic math tasks is important.