Patient Care Attendant

AHMC Healthcare Inc.; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Patient Care Attendant in Riverside, California. The successful candidate will provide essential support to nursing staff by monitoring patients, ensuring their comfort, and reporting on vital signs and behavioral changes. This full-time, entry-level position requires a high school diploma and relevant certifications, making it an excellent opportunity to start a healthcare career.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in an acute setting preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and people simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Notify RN/LVN of relevant changes in patient condition.
• Assist staff with patient lifting and transfer.

Skills

Multitasking

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Managing Assaultive Behavior Certificate (MAB)

Job description

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As a member of the healthcare team, you will be responsible for monitoring patients under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. You will promote a safe and comfortable environment that fosters the physiological and psychosocial well-being of patients. The PCA will assist staff with patient lifting and transfer as requested.

You will notify R.N. and/or L.V.N. of relevant changes in patient condition, including vital signs, level of consciousness, pain, breathing pattern, drainage, bleeding, mood, or changes in capabilities. You will provide ongoing data collection regarding the patient's physiological well-being and share input from patients and families during care plan formulation or revision. Demonstrating awareness of the patient's care plan is essential.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent, Basic Life Support (BLS), and Managing Assaultive Behavior Certificate (MAB). Recent experience in an acute setting is preferred. The role requires strong multitasking skills, good interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and people simultaneously.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care