Patient Care Associate - CRC | Full Time | Nights

Singing River Health System • Pascagoula, MS

9d • 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 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, and applicable accreditation and governing guidance for health care employees.

The position is located at the Comprehensive Rehabilitation Center at Singing River Pascagoula Hospital and is scheduled from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Duties may be revised or supplemented by management. Employees must be able to work assigned schedules, which may change based on hospital needs, including changes to days off, shifts, or weekends.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Equivalent related work experience or completion of a Nurse Aide program required.
• Must complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
• Must complete appropriate de-escalation training by the end of position orientation (90 days).
• Must demonstrate keen mental faculties, assessment and decision-making abilities, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships.
• Must possess customer service skills and professional etiquette.
• Must have proficient computer skills, including keyboard proficiency, and be able to use office technology such as telephone, fax, MS Outlook, and Word.
• Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply professional skills to a patient population of all ages.
• Must be able to remain active for extended periods and meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent movement and negligible-force lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling.
• Must be able to work schedules assigned by the hospital, including possible changes to shifts, days off, or weekends.

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. 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 nursing care, including personal and restorative care, according to predefined guidelines and the patient's plan of care.
• Work under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse or LPN responsible for patient care management during the shift.
• Follow CDC infection-control guidelines, Singing River Health System procedures and policies, and applicable accreditation and governing guidance.
• Demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply professional skills to patients of all ages.
• Use computers and office technology, including telephone and fax, as required.
• Work assigned schedules, which may change based on hospital needs, including off days, shifts, or weekends.

What This Job Offers

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