Pediatric Care Aide: Team-Based RN Support

Texas Children's Hospital; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children's Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support routine and specialized patient care under RN supervision in a fast-paced pediatric setting. You will collect data, document vitals, and work with the family to deliver developmentally appropriate care.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to Family Centered Care principles. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED, nursing assistant certification, and at least 1 year of direct patient care

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED Required.
• Completion of a formal nursing assistant educational program or certification.
• Currently enrolled in a BSN degree program with one clinical rotation completed at hire.
• One (1) year of direct patient care experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collection and documentation of patient/family data.
• Obtain and document vital signs and notify supervisor of abnormalities.
• Provide high-quality patient care in collaboration with the RN and the patient/family.
• Collaborate with multiple RNs to prioritize workload based on patient/family needs.
• Identify patient/family response to care and contribute to care planning.
• Provide input to the RN for the plan of care and its ongoing modification.
• Maintain accountability for personal development and contribute to staff development.
• Demonstrate teamwork, flexibility, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Support achievement of hospital/unit goals.

Skills

Direct patient care experience

Collaboration with RN

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nursing assistant certification/NA program

BSN degree in progress (clinical rotation completed at hire)

Job description

Texas Children's Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support routine and specialized patient care under RN supervision in a fast-paced pediatric setting. You will collect data, document vitals, and work with the family to deliver developmentally appropriate care.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to Family Centered Care principles. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED, nursing assistant certification, and at least 1 year of direct patient care