Patient Care Unit Assistant — 12-Hour Shifts

Northeast Georgia Health System; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System is seeking a patient care support role to provide clerical and basic patient care support across adolescent to geriatric populations. This position works under the direction of licensed staff and interacts with patients, families, and staff to ensure smooth unit operations.

The role includes maintaining records, assisting with supplies and equipment, and supporting communications within the unit.

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively with other departments and the general public.
• Typing skills preferred but not required.
• Good interpersonal skills and adaptability to changing situations.

Responsibilities

• Obtains and reports basic patient data (vital signs, weight, etc.).
• Monitors fluids intake/output and documents it.
• Responds to patient calls and directs requests to appropriate staff.
• Prepares room for new admissions and orients patients to the unit.
• Maintains patient charts and communicates with the nursing team.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Job description

Northeast Georgia Health System is seeking a patient care support role to provide clerical and basic patient care support across adolescent to geriatric populations. This position works under the direction of licensed staff and interacts with patients, families, and staff to ensure smooth unit operations.

The role includes maintaining records, assisting with supplies and equipment, and supporting communications within the unit.