Patient Care Assistant - NICU 4 (Nights)

Texas Children's Hospital • Houston, TX

18h

About The Position

The Patient Care Assistant performs routine and specialized patient care activities as assigned, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Care incorporates Family Centered Care in a cost-effective manner and is developmental and age-appropriate for the patient population. The role collaborates with RNs and patients’ families to provide quality care, contribute to care planning, and support hospital and unit goals. 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 one of the following: completion of a formal nursing assistant educational program or certification (such as Certified Nurse Assistant, Medical Assistant, or a similar clinical education program); current enrollment in a BSN degree program with one clinical rotation completed by the time of hire; or one year of direct patient care experience.
• Undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collecting and documenting 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 or 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 on developing and modifying the plan of care.
• Remain accountable for personal development and participate in the development of others.
• Demonstrate commitment to the team, flexibility, professional interpersonal and communication skills, and customer service.
• 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