Pediatric Care Assistant - Help Kids Heal & Grow

Nexus Health Systems; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Health Systems is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) in Spring, Texas. The PCA will provide critical support to children and adolescents with medical and behavioral health needs, working under the supervision of licensed nurses. Responsibilities include direct patient care, documentation, and collaboration with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care. Successful candidates will need CPR/BLS certification and de-escalation training. This role requires a commitment to 12-hour shifts and flexibility to work various times. Join us in our mission to change children’s lives for the better.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or adolescents with medical or psychiatric needs.
• Must complete de-escalation training within 30 days of hire.
• CPR / BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision for pediatric patients.
• Document patients’ behavior and vital signs.
• Support therapeutic and educational programming.
• Respond to patient crises using de-escalation techniques.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for integrated care.

Skills

Compassion

Patient care

De-escalation techniques

Observation skills

Job description

Nexus Health Systems is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) in Spring, Texas. The PCA will provide critical support to children and adolescents with medical and behavioral health needs, working under the supervision of licensed nurses. Responsibilities include direct patient care, documentation, and collaboration with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care. Successful candidates will need CPR/BLS certification and de-escalation training. This role requires a commitment to 12-hour shifts and flexibility to work various times. Join us in our mission to change children’s lives for the better.