What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Assistant - Acute Care (Nights) position at Texas Children's Hospital and Careers?
We are searching for a Patient Care Assistant— someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will perform a variety of routine and specialized patient care activities, as assigned, under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN). Care will be delivered that incorporates Family Centered Care cost-effectively and is developmental and age-appropriate for the patient population.
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Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist with the collection and documentation of patient/family data
- Obtains and documents vital signs (without the use of continuous physiologic monitors) and notifies professional of abnormal findings as evidenced by supervisory observation and review of medical records
- Provide high-quality, cost-effective patient care in collaboration with the RN and in conjunction with the patient/family
- Demonstrate ability to collaborate with multiple RNs in a professional manner to prioritize workload based on patient/family needs as evidenced by supervisory observation and verbal/written feedback
- Assist in identifying patient/family response to care provided
- Provide input to the RN for the development and ongoing modification of the plan of care, as evidenced by supervisory observation, verbal/written feedback, and review of the plan of care
- Maintain accountability for development of self and participates in development of others
- Demonstrate commitment to team, flexibility, professional interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills Participate in achieving hospital/unit goals
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
Skills & Requirements
- H.S. Diploma or GED Required
- One of the following is required in addition to the high school diploma or GED:
- Completion of a formal nursing assistant educational program or certification (e.g.
- Diploma/Course/Certificate/associate degree/Etc. completed in a Certified Nurse Assistant, Medical Assistant, or similar clinical education program).
- Currently enrolled in a BSN degree program with one clinical rotation completed at hire.
- One (1) year of direct patient care experience.