Patient Care Assistant - PCU

Lifepoint Health • Clyde, NC

15h

About The Position

Haywood Regional Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for its 22-bed Progressive Care Unit (PCU)/Telemetry unit. The unit has a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5 and includes RNs, CNAs, Telemetry Techs, and unit secretaries. Patients are primarily treated for respiratory failure and cardiac conditions, and the team uses advanced cardiac monitoring technology. The position works under the delegation and supervision of an RN to support patient care and unit operations.

This is a full-time night position with a 7 p.m.–7 a.m. schedule and rotating weekends. Haywood Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a healthcare network focused on community-based care and making communities healthier.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Register in North Carolina as a CNA I within 6 months of completing the training program.

Nice To Haves

• CNA or EMT license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic patient care as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possible blood glucose measurements, and accurate intake/output recording.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, and ambulation.
• Observe and promptly report abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.
• Keep patient rooms and common areas clean, safe, and appropriately stocked.
• Manage the tech desk and support nursing and physician staff and department throughput.
• Document care and activities according to unit standards.
• Participate in performance improvement and required education.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED