PCA II: Inpatient Care Assistant, Flexible Schedule

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health in Houston is seeking a Patient Care Assistant II to support patient care activities on inpatient nursing units under the supervision of registered nurses. The PCA II will perform basic patient care tasks, communicate effectively, and use medical terminology while supporting the care team.

Education requires a High School diploma or GED with appropriate technical training; two years of related clinical experience is preferred; BLS certification and unit-specific credentials may be

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; technical skills/training appropriate to the specialty area.
• Licenses & certifications as listed below are required or preferred based on unit.
• Two years of related clinical work experience recommended.
• Strong verbal communication abilities and basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care activities under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Collaborate with charge nurse and staff nurses to meet patient needs.
• Demonstrate basic patient care skills and maintain patient safety standards.
• Utilize medical terminology and maintain accurate documentation.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Medical Terminology

Team Collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical skills/training

Tools

MS Word

Typing

Computer Skills

Job description

Harris Health in Houston is seeking a Patient Care Assistant II to support patient care activities on inpatient nursing units under the supervision of registered nurses. The PCA II will perform basic patient care tasks, communicate effectively, and use medical terminology while supporting the care team.

Education requires a High School diploma or GED with appropriate technical training; two years of related clinical experience is preferred; BLS certification and unit-specific credentials may be