Patient Care Associate - General Surgery- Full-time - Night

About the role

Works with and under a Registered Nurse (RN) to help care for patients. Supports patient comfort, safety, and daily needs.

Key Duties

• Help patients with bathing, eating, walking, and personal care
• Take and record vital signs
• Answer call lights and check on patients often
• Watch for changes in patient condition and report to the nurse
• Help with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges
• Collect and transport lab specimens
• Keep patient rooms and care areas clean and stocked

Follows

• Safety rules
• Infection control rules
• Privacy rules

Requirements

• Previous healthcare experience preferred
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Able to stand and move during the shift