Pediatric Patient Care Associate — RN-Guided Support

Miami Neuroscience Institute Baptist Health South Florida; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami Neuroscience Institute Baptist Health South Florida is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of an RN. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, taking vitals, preparing specimens, and supporting procedures to ensure smooth hospital operations.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient support, adherence to protocols, accurate documentation in the EHR, and collaboration with the care team to promote timely,

Qualifications

• Completion of Nursing Assisting Training Program or equivalent at a State Approved site eligible for Florida C.N.A. examination.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required/maintained.

Responsibilities

• Receives patient care assignment from the RN and initiates delegated tasks.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living and basic care.
• Performs vital signs and records measurements.
• Assists with venipuncture, specimen collection, and phlebotomy per hospital standards.
• Communicates changes in patient condition to the RN.
• Restocks and prepares patient rooms and supplies.
• Maintains clean patient rooms and nursing station.
• Provides support to patients and families and promotes quality care.

Skills

Nursing assistant skills

BLS certified

Healthcare experience

Phlebotomy

EKG experience

Verbal communication

Time management

Education

Nursing Assistant Training or equivalent

Job description

Miami Neuroscience Institute Baptist Health South Florida is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of an RN. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, taking vitals, preparing specimens, and supporting procedures to ensure smooth hospital operations.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient support, adherence to protocols, accurate documentation in the EHR, and collaboration with the care team to promote timely,