Patient Care Assistant

We are searching for a Patient Care Assistant for our Austin EC - 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.

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Requirements:

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

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.

Responsibilities:

•  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.