Patient Care Technician: Compassionate Support & Vital Signs

Baptist Memorial Health Care; West Memphis (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in West Memphis is looking for a Patient Care Assistant to provide essential patient care tasks under the direction of a registered nurse. This role ensures patient autonomy and dignity while collaborating with healthcare professionals.

Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of recent experience and a High School Diploma or equivalent. Responsibilities include vital sign monitoring, assisting with mobility, and maintaining a conducive patient environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of recent experience in patient care.
• Valid CNA or AEMT/Paramedic certification.
• Ability to maintain patient autonomy, dignity, and rights.

Responsibilities

• Communicates and collaborates with the registered nurse.
• Performs patient care tasks including vital signs and phlebotomy.
• Maintains a clutter-free and safe environment for patients.
• Supports patient family communication needs.

Skills

Patient care tasks

Communication skills

Collaboration

Safety promotion

Comfort promotion

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care in West Memphis is looking for a Patient Care Assistant to provide essential patient care tasks under the direction of a registered nurse. This role ensures patient autonomy and dignity while collaborating with healthcare professionals.

Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of recent experience and a High School Diploma or equivalent. Responsibilities include vital sign monitoring, assisting with mobility, and maintaining a conducive patient environment.