Patient Care Assistant - Austin Emergency Department

Texas Children's Hospital • Austin, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Texas Children’s Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for its Austin Emergency Department. Under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the assistant performs routine and specialized patient care activities as assigned. Care should incorporate Family Centered Care, be cost-effective, and be developmental and age-appropriate for the patient population. The role is suited to someone who works well in a fast-paced setting.

Successful candidates must undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• In addition to a high school diploma or GED, meet at least one of the following: completion of a formal nursing assistant educational program or certification (such as a Certified Nurse Assistant, Medical Assistant, or similar clinical education program); current enrollment in a BSN degree program with one clinical rotation completed by hire; or one year of direct patient care experience.
• Undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the collection and documentation of patient and family data.
• Obtain and document vital signs without using continuous physiologic monitors, and notify a professional of abnormal findings.
• Provide high-quality, cost-effective patient care in collaboration with the RN and patient/family.
• Collaborate professionally with multiple RNs and prioritize workload based on patient and family needs.
• Assist in identifying patient and family responses to care.
• Provide input to the RN for development and ongoing modification of the plan of care.
• Maintain accountability for personal development and participate in developing others.
• Demonstrate commitment to the team, flexibility, professional interpersonal and communication skills, and customer service skills.
• Participate in achieving hospital and unit goals.

What This Job Offers

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