Patient Care Tech / CNA - Compassionate Support & Vitals

WVU Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

PVH Potomac Valley Hospital is seeking a patient care assistant to support licensed staff with direct and indirect patient care under supervision. The role emphasizes comfort, dignity, and safety for patients, with emphasis on accurate vital signs, hygiene, and rapport with families.

Responsibilities include assisting in admissions/discharges, preparing patients for procedures, and maintaining a clean, safe environment while reporting changes to registered nurses promptly.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire is required.

Responsibilities

• Observes and reports patient concerns to a registered nurse immediately.
• Assists the Registered Nurse with admission, transfer, discharge and general patient care duties.
• Records vital signs and assists in personal hygiene and other patient comfort measures.
• Assists in specimen collection and other activities of assigned patients.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment to help prevent infections and ensure patient safety.
• Reports equipment repairs to appropriate personnel.
• Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures.
• Communicates nutrition issues to the RN.
• Assists department with administrative tasks and supports department operations.
• Answers patient call bell and relays messages to appropriate personnel.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification within 30 days of hire

Job description

PVH Potomac Valley Hospital is seeking a patient care assistant to support licensed staff with direct and indirect patient care under supervision. The role emphasizes comfort, dignity, and safety for patients, with emphasis on accurate vital signs, hygiene, and rapport with families.

Responsibilities include assisting in admissions/discharges, preparing patients for procedures, and maintaining a clean, safe environment while reporting changes to registered nurses promptly.