Patient Care Associate - Ortho/Neuro | Full Time | Nights

Singing River Health System • Gulfport, MS

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Associate provides basic nursing care, including personal and restorative care, according to predefined guidelines and a plan of care established by a Registered Nurse or LPN. The position works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse or LPN and follows CDC infection-control guidelines, Singing River Health System nursing plans, system procedures and policies, and applicable accreditation and governing guidance for healthcare employees.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and related work experience or completion of a Nurse Aide program. Successful completion of a Nurse Assistant/Aide program and current Certified Nursing Assistant certification recognized by the State of Mississippi Department of Health are preferred, with CNA certification required upon hire for the SNF unit. BCLS certification must be completed and maintained upon hire or transfer. Appropriate de-escalation training must be completed by the end of the 90-day position orientation.

The position reports to the Registered Nurse or LPN responsible for patient care management during the shift and does not supervise others. Work includes frequent movement around the facility, lifting or moving objects and patients, repetitive keyboard use, and exposure to body fluids, sputum, and tissues that may carry infectious-disease hazards. The employee must be able to remain active for extended periods and work assigned schedules, which may change to meet hospital needs, including changes to days off, shifts, or weekends. The role also requires sound judgment, strong communication and customer-service skills, emotional stability, attention to detail, multitasking, and proficiency with computers and office technology, including MS Outlook and Word.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Equivalent related work experience or completion of a Nurse Aide program.
• Complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
• Complete appropriate de-escalation training by the end of position orientation (90 days).
• Demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply professional skills to a patient population of all ages.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
• Customer-service skills and professional etiquette.
• Proficient computer use and keyboard skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, pay attention to detail, and multitask in complex situations.
• Emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels and ability to maintain collaborative, respectful working relationships.
• Ability to work assigned schedules, which may change according to hospital needs, including off days, shifts, or weekends.
• Ability to remain active for extended periods without undue fatigue.
• Ability to perceive sounds at normal speaking levels and make fine sound discriminations, with or without correction.
• Close visual acuity and ability to adjust focus between a computer monitor and nearby printed material.
• Ability to frequently move about the facility and lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of a Nurse Assistant/Aide program.
• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certification recognized by the State of Mississippi Department of Health; required upon hire for the SNF unit.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care, including personal and restorative care, according to predefined guidelines and the established plan of care.
• Work under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse or LPN.
• Perform duties in accordance with CDC infection-control guidelines, the health system’s nursing plan, applicable procedures and policies, and accreditation and governing guidance.
• Use appropriate clinical judgment and professional skills when caring for patients of all ages.
• Use computers and office technology, including telephone, fax, MS Outlook, and Word, as required.

What This Job Offers

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