Pediatric Care Assistant: Family-Centered Support

Texas Children's Hospital; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children's Hospital The Woodlands is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support bedside care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will assist with data collection, vital signs, and implementing the care plan in a family-centered approach while maintaining a safe, efficient workflow.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adaptability, and strong communication with the care team and patients. Respiratory fit testing may be required as part of occupational health standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a formal nursing assistant program or CNA certification.
• Currently enrolled in a BSN degree program with one clinical rotation completed at hire.
• One year of direct patient care experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collection and documentation of patient/family data.
• Obtain and document vital signs (without continuous monitors) and notify RN of abnormal findings.
• Provide high-quality, cost-effective patient care in collaboration with the RN and patient/family.
• Collaborate with multiple RNs to prioritize workload based on patient/family needs.
• Identify patient/family response to care provided and communicate it to the RN.

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Nursing assistant program/certification

BSN program in progress

Job description

Texas Children's Hospital The Woodlands is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support bedside care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will assist with data collection, vital signs, and implementing the care plan in a family-centered approach while maintaining a safe, efficient workflow.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adaptability, and strong communication with the care team and patients. Respiratory fit testing may be required as part of occupational health standards.