Patient Care Associate - PRN 6a-6p (Days)

Unity Health; Searcy (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity Health seeks a Patient Care Associate (PRN, 6a-6p Days, OBS) in Searcy, AR. The role involves assisting with direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of registered nurses and licensed practical nurses, including monitoring vital signs and supporting daily living activities.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED; nursing assistant experience is desirable but not required. Safety-sensitive guidelines apply, and a strong commitment to infection control and patient

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent required; ability to read, use simple math, and write clearly.
• Previous experience as a nursing assistant or in other patient-related role desirable but not required.
• Ability to perform duties for direct and indirect patient care, observe patient condition and vital signs, provide personal care and assist with daily living activities.
• Safety Sensitive: YES, per hospital policy on safety-sensitive positions.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct and indirect patient care under RN/LPN guidance.
• Assist with activities of daily living, personal care, and comfort measures.
• Observe patient condition, monitor vital signs, and report changes to supervising staff.
• Maintain clean and safe patient areas and follow infection control guidelines.

Skills

Direct patient care

Observation of vital signs

Infection control

Nursing assistant experience (desire)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Unity Health seeks a Patient Care Associate (PRN, 6a-6p Days, OBS) in Searcy, AR. The role involves assisting with direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of registered nurses and licensed practical nurses, including monitoring vital signs and supporting daily living activities.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED; nursing assistant experience is desirable but not required. Safety-sensitive guidelines apply, and a strong commitment to infection control and patient