Patient Care Assistant

We are searching for a Patient Care Assistant - someone who works well in a fast-paced hospital setting. In this position, you’ll 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 in a cost-effective manner and is developmental and age-appropriate for the patient population.

Think you’ve got what it takes?
Being fully vaccinated against COVID-19, including any booster dose(s) of the COVID-19 vaccine recommended by the Centers for Disease Control when eligible, is required for all employees at Texas Children’s, unless approved for a medical or religious exemption."
 
Qualifications:
One of the following required addition to the high school diploma or GED
•    Completion of a formal nursing assistant educational program or certification (e.g. Diploma/Course/Certificate/Associates 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 the time of hire
•    One (1) year of direct patient care experience
Requirements:
•    Assists with the collection and documentation of patient/family data
•    Provides high quality, cost effective patient care in collaboration with the RN and in conjunction with the patient/family
•    Assists in identifying patient/family response to care provided responsibilities
•    Maintains accountability for development of self and participates in development of others
•    Demonstrates commitment to team, flexibility, professional interpersonal communication, and customer service skills
•    Participates in achieving hospital/unit goals.