Patient Care Technician: Vital Signs, Phlebotomy & Mobility

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Bluecutt Estates (MS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation in Mississippi seeks a CNA to perform patient care tasks under the direction of a registered nurse. The role emphasizes maintaining patient comfort, safety, and dignity while supporting health and healing.

Responsibilities include vital signs, blood glucose testing, phlebotomy, electrode placement, and venous compression devices, as well as safe transport, discharge coordination, and family communication.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year recent experience required.
• CNA Program/Certification or AEMT/Paramedic Licensure/Certification or MA Program/Certification; BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE.

Responsibilities

• Communicates and collaborates with the RN.
• Performs patient care tasks under the RN including vital signs, blood glucose testing, phlebotomy, electrode placement, venous compression devices.
• Maintains a clean, safe patient environment and handles supplies and equipment.
• Supports patient/family communication and assists with discharge appointments.
• Promotes safety and comfort, including mobility and meals.
• Transports non-monitored patients and assists with monitored transports.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation in Mississippi seeks a CNA to perform patient care tasks under the direction of a registered nurse. The role emphasizes maintaining patient comfort, safety, and dignity while supporting health and healing.

Responsibilities include vital signs, blood glucose testing, phlebotomy, electrode placement, and venous compression devices, as well as safe transport, discharge coordination, and family communication.