Patient Care Asst

Texas Children's; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas Children's is seeking a part-time Patient Care Assistant to support nursing staff in a fast-paced hospital environment. The role involves collecting data, documenting vitals, and assisting with care under RN supervision to ensure family-centered, age-appropriate care.

Responsibilities include collaborating with RNs, prioritizing workloads, and contributing to ongoing care plans while maintaining professional standards and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in documenting patient data and vital signs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collection and documentation of patient/family data and vital signs.
• Collaborate with RNs to prioritize workload and care plans.
• Contribute to development and modification of the plan of care with supervision.
• Maintain professional behavior and support hospital/unit goals.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nursing assistant program or certification

BSN rotation experience

Job description

We are searching for a part time Patient Care Assistant- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will perform a variety of routine and specialized patient care activities, as assigned, under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN). Care will be delivered that incorporates Family Centered Care cost-effectively and is developmental and age-appropriate for the patient population.

Think you've got what it takes?

• Assist with the collection and documentation of patient/family data
• Obtains and documents vital signs (without the use of continuous physiologic monitors) and notifies professional of abnormal findings as evidenced by supervisory observation and review of medical records Provide high-quality, cost-effective patient care in collaboration with the RN and in conjunction with the patient/family
• Demonstrate ability to collaborate with multiple RNs in a professional manner to prioritize workload based on patient/family needs as evidenced by supervisory observation and verbal/written feedback
• Assist in identifying patient/family response to care provided
• Provide input to the RN for the development and ongoing modification of the plan of care, as evidenced by supervisory observation, verbal/written feedback, and review of the plan of care
• Maintain accountability for development of self and participates in development of others
• Demonstrate commitment to team, flexibility, professional interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills
• Participate in achieving hospital/unit goals

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

H.S. Diploma or GED Required

• One of the following is required in addition to the high school diploma or GED: Completion of a formal nursing assistant educational program or certification (e.g. Diploma/Course/Certificate/associate degree/Etc. completed in a Certified Nurse Assistant, Medical Assistant, or similar clinical education program).
• Currently enrolled in a BSN degree program with one clinical rotation completed at hire.
• One (1) year of direct patient care experience.