Patient Care Associate | Nights | Full-Time | Surgical Nursing

Singing River Health System • Ocean Springs, MS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Associate provides basic nursing care, including personal and restorative care, according to predefined guidelines and a care plan established by a Registered Nurse or LPN. The role works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse or LPN and follows CDC infection-control guidelines, Singing River Health System nursing plans, organizational procedures and policies, accreditation requirements, and applicable guidance for healthcare employees. The position is at Singing River Ocean Springs Hospital on the Surgical Nursing unit, with a 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. shift.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Equivalent related work experience or completion of a Nurse Aide program.
• Must complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
• Must complete the appropriate level of de-escalation training by the end of position orientation, within 90 days.
• Ability to demonstrate clinical judgment and apply professional skills to patients of all ages.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
• Ability to use a computer proficiently, including keyboard proficiency, and office technology such as telephone and fax, as well as MS Outlook and Word.
• Ability to make decisions, work under pressure, meet deadlines, pay attention to detail, and multitask in complex situations.
• Emotional stability conducive to working under high stress and ability to maintain collaborative, respectful working relationships.
• Ability to provide superior customer service and demonstrate professional etiquette.
• Ability to remain active for extended periods and meet assigned schedules, which may change based on hospital needs, including off days, shifts, or weekends.
• Ability to perform the described physical activities, including moving about the facility, frequently exerting negligible force to move objects or people, and performing repetitive hand and wrist motions.

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of a Nurse Assistant/Aide program.
• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certification recognized by the Mississippi Department of Health. CNA certification is required upon hire for the SNF unit; apprentices transferring to the SNF unit have 120 days to schedule the skills exam.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic personal and restorative nursing care to patients according to established guidelines and the care plan.
• Work under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse or LPN responsible for patient care management during the shift.
• Follow CDC infection-control guidelines and Singing River Health System procedures, policies, and nursing plans.
• Apply appropriate clinical judgment and professional skills when caring for patients of all ages.
• Complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire or transfer.
• Complete appropriate de-escalation training by the end of the 90-day position orientation.

What This Job Offers

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