Patient Care Associate — Frontline Care & Room Prep

McLaren Health Care Corporation; Bay City (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Health Care in Michigan is seeking a Nurse Assistant to support nursing staff with direct and indirect patient care. The role includes room preparation post-discharge, blood draws, and EKGs in an acute care setting.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of a Nurse Assistant Certification Program, and BLS certification. Prior acute care experience is preferred, with a focus on patient safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of Nurse Assistant Certification Program or equivalent.
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Assists nurses with direct and indirect patient care activities.
• Prepares patients' rooms for occupancy after discharge.
• Performs blood draws and EKGs as required.
• Responds to emergencies according to established procedures.
• Maintains a safe and orderly patient care environment.
• Communicates observations to the assigned RN and follows through as directed.
• Participates in performance improvement activities.

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Emergency awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nurse Assistant Certification Program or equivalent

BLS (American Heart Association or Red Cross) certification

Job description

McLaren Health Care in Michigan is seeking a Nurse Assistant to support nursing staff with direct and indirect patient care. The role includes room preparation post-discharge, blood draws, and EKGs in an acute care setting.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of a Nurse Assistant Certification Program, and BLS certification. Prior acute care experience is preferred, with a focus on patient safety and confidentiality.