Patient Care Associate — Nursing Support & Vital Signs

Baton Rouge General Medical Center; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Baton Rouge General Medical Center is seeking a Nursing Support Assistant (Full-Time) in Baton Rouge, LA. You will work with and under a Registered Nurse to help care for patients, supporting comfort, safety, and daily needs.

Responsibilities include assisting with bathing, eating, mobility, vital signs, and patient transfers, while ensuring clean, stocked care areas and strict adherence to safety and privacy rules.

Qualifications

• Previous healthcare experience preferred
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Able to stand and move during the shift

Responsibilities

• Help patients with bathing, eating, walking, and personal care
• Take and record vital signs
• Answer call lights and check on patients often
• Watch for changes in patient condition and report to the nurse
• Help with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges
• Collect and transport lab specimens
• Keep patient rooms and care areas clean and stocked
• Follow safety, infection control, and privacy rules
• Be kind and respectful to patients, families, and coworkers

Job description

Baton Rouge General Medical Center is seeking a Nursing Support Assistant (Full-Time) in Baton Rouge, LA. You will work with and under a Registered Nurse to help care for patients, supporting comfort, safety, and daily needs.

Responsibilities include assisting with bathing, eating, mobility, vital signs, and patient transfers, while ensuring clean, stocked care areas and strict adherence to safety and privacy rules.