Patient Care Associate 5 East

Hunt Regional Healthcare • Greenville, TX

2d

About The Position

Under the supervision or direction of a Shift Manager, the Patient Care Associate performs duties that assist nursing staff in the treatment and care of patients of all ages, following the hospital’s established methods and procedures. The role includes routine patient-care tasks under the supervision of a licensed nurse, observing and reporting changes in patients’ conditions, and completing assigned unit duties.

Requirements

• General knowledge of basic bedside nursing.
• Ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety needs of patients of different ages in the assigned area or department.
• Knowledge and skills gained through education, training, and/or experience.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Graduation from a Medical Assistant program, Certified Nurse Assistant training, or equivalent prior experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow the HMHD Compliance Plan and demonstrate conduct consistent with HMHD values and its Code of Conduct.
• Attend required corporate integrity and compliance training and demonstrate understanding of the material.
• Comply with HIPAA standards and maintain confidentiality.
• Perform routine tasks under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Measure patients’ temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure, and report abnormal blood-pressure results to the nurse.
• Observe patients’ physical, mental, and emotional conditions, as well as fluid intake and output.
• Empty bedpans and change soiled linens.
• Use proper procedures for lifting and moving patients.
• Refer to policies and procedures when appropriate.
• Promptly and accurately report observed changes in patients’ conditions to a caregiver or Shift Manager.
• Assist caregivers with routine elements of care for patients of all ages.
• Complete assigned daily duties, including linen and water tasks, dirty utility room duties, and routine work-station clearing.
• Schedule and complete tasks in a timely manner with minimal supervision.
• Adapt and respond to changes, including changes in floor assignments.
• Follow the chain of command.

What This Job Offers

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