Patient Care Associate – Hospital Unit

WVU Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals is seeking an unlicensed assistive personnel to support direct patient care and daily living activities on a day shift. The role involves assisting nurses, transporting patients and specimens, performing basic tests, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with exams, recording vital signs, and supporting rehabilitation activities when needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Obtain Basic Life Support or HeartSaver First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists in direct patient care by providing basic physical care as directed by the RN.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living and bed making.
• Safely transports patients to tests and procedures and escorts for discharge.
• Transports specimens and items throughout the facility.
• Performs routine phlebotomy in departments as assigned by management.
• Records vital signs and basic measurements per policy.
• Provides respiratory support setup for oxygen administration.
• Communicates patient needs and changes to the RN in a timely manner.
• Maintains clean, safe environment to prevent infections.

Skills

Safe Patient Handling

Communication skills

Multitasking

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS/HeartSaver First Aid certification within 30 days

Job description

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals is seeking an unlicensed assistive personnel to support direct patient care and daily living activities on a day shift. The role involves assisting nurses, transporting patients and specimens, performing basic tests, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with exams, recording vital signs, and supporting rehabilitation activities when needed.