Assistant-Patient Care

Baptist • Booneville, MS

49d

About The Position

Provides personal care assistance to patients under the direction of licensed personnel. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency.
• Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties.
• Computer literacy.
• BLS within 14 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year hospital or long-term care experience with patient care.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care duties as assigned under the direction of licensed nursing personnel.
• Assists in the performance of procedures for the patient population served in a manner that is consistent with established policies and procedures.
• Provides for patient safety.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.
• Assist patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and feeding - CHG baths.
• Obtain and document vital signs, weights, and other assigned measurements at designated intervals (Med-Surg: 7 a.m., 11 a.m., and 3 p.m.; CCU: every 2 hours; and post-operative vital signs per policy).
• Distribute water and other approved fluids routinely and upon request, excluding patients with NPO orders.
• Assist patients with ambulation, transfers, repositioning, and mobility activities not being performed by Physical Therapy (PT) or Occupational Therapy (OT).
• Respond promptly and professionally to patient call lights and requests.
• Observe, report, and document changes in patient condition to the licensed nurse.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient care environment.
• Support patient safety initiatives, including fall prevention, skin integrity measures, and turning/repositioning patients as ordered.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Assist nursing staff with patient care activities to promote efficient unit operations, positive patient outcomes, and an exceptional patient experience.
• Perform purposeful hourly rounding to address patient needs and enhance patient satisfaction.
• Promote patient comfort, dignity, and responsiveness to support a positive patient experience and quality outcomes.
• Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge processes to promote continuity of care and a positive patient experience.
• Maintain professionalism in all interactions and collaborate effectively with team members in alignment with Baptist Cares values.
• Demonstrates initiative by anticipating patient needs, proactively addressing care tasks within scope of practice, and assisting the nursing team with minimal direction.
• Exercises sound judgment, prioritizes patient care responsibilities, and communicates effectively with licensed nursing personnel.
• Demonstrates accountability, professionalism, and a strong work ethic while supporting patient care and unit operations.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed