404 Patient Care jobs in Seabrook
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High Acuity 4yr old male pediatric patient with G-tube, Trach, and Vent
Schedule 7a-7p and 7p-7a
Case specific pay rate: $30-35(depending on experience)
At Care Options for Kids, a pediatric home health care company providing one-on-one care in the home, we do things a little differently. There's no revolving door of patients or hospital setting chaos blinking call lights, scurrying doctors, and wards bursting at the seams. You work with self-sufficient autonomy, empowered to make a real difference in your clients' lives. We value your clinical knowledge and respect the deep one-on-one bond you establish with the families you care for.
Benefits forLicensed Vocational Nurses(LVNs)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and flexible schedule
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Weekly pay and direct deposit
- Employee events
- Numerous Top Workplace awards
- 24/7 on-call for support
- Training opportunities
- Sign on bonus for qualified cases*
- Nurse Referral Bonus
- Competitive pay
Responsibilities forLicensed Vocational Nurses(LVNs)
- Medication administration per physician orders
- Physician ordered treatments for:
- Nutrition via a feeding tube
- Tracheostomy care
- Suctioningnasal, oral and/or endotracheal
- Ventilation care
- Seizure assessment and treatment
Requirements forLicensed Vocational Nurses(LVNs)
- Current, active Texas RN or LVN license
- Current BLS CPR card (obtained in-person, not online)
- G-tube, trach, vent experience, or willing to train
About Care Options for Kids
Care Options for Kids is the leading provider of pediatric nursing services. Our mission is to provide high-quality pediatric services that help children and families live their best lives. Achieving that mission can only be accomplished with talented and caring nurses like you.
With locations in Colorado, Texas, Arizona, Nevada, Florida, Oregon, Washington, California, Wyoming, New Jersey, Delaware, and Pennsylvania, the Care Options for Kids Community offers a wide range of pediatric health services, including pediatric nursing and therapies, ABA therapy, nursing, Family Caregiver Services, and school-based services.
*Bonus for eligible cases only. The eligible employee will receive $00 for every 250 billable hours worked up to 2,500. Eligible employees must complete the pre-onboarding process within 10 days of submission of the initial application. Valid for first-time employees only and on completion of all required documents. Parents and/or Guardians of a Care Options for Kids clients or a potential Care Options for Kids clients are not eligible to receive a bonus. Not to be combined with any other Care Options for Kids offers. Talk with your dedicated recruiter for more information.
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Patient Care Assistant
Posted 6 days ago
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The Patient Care Assistant performs a variety of routine tasks to support the delivery of safe, effective, cost-efficient patient care as delegated by the RN. They provide assistance in transporting, transferring and lifting. They perform cleaning Functions in the patient care unit as delegated, and perform selected diagnostic tests.
+ Provides direct patient care as delegated by RN staff and monitors and records vital signs
+ Assists in providing personal hygiene and physical care needs and accurately measures, records, and reports intake and output
+ Performs blood glucose testing using blood glucose meter
+ Performs as patient care companion when needed and assists in the admission, transfer and discharge process
+ Other Duties as assigned
**Qualifications**
+ High School Diploma/GED required
+ American Heart BLS required
+ One (1) year direct patient care experience
**Overview**
CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S., from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services, CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
**Pay Range**
$14.82 - $23.34 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Patient Care Assistant I
Posted 4 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Responsibilities
Performs a variety of routine tasks to support the delivery of safe, effective, cost-efficient patient care as delegated by
the RN. They provide assistance in transporting, transferring and lifting. They perform cleaning Functions in patient care
unit as delegated, and perform selected diagnostic tests.
ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
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Provides direct patient care as delegated by RN staff
-
Monitors and records vital signs
-
Assists in providing personal hygiene and physical care needs
-
Accurately measures, records, and reports intake and output
-
Obtains and records daily weight
-
Performs blood glucose testing using blood glucose meter
-
Reports changes in patient's status promptly to RN
-
Performs as a sitter or patient care companion when needed
-
Assists in the admission, transfer and discharge process
-
Performs unit housekeeping needs.
-
Delivers specimens, picks up medications and other items
-
Acts as receptionist for unit; has limited use of the hospital information systems according to hospital policy
dependent on the need of unit
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Checks and documents refrigerator temperatures as delegated, reporting variances to appropriate personnel
-
Updates assigned bed status
-
Answers call lights and telephone
-
Keeps patient environment clean, Performs comfort rounds, keeps hallways clear of obstruction, reports safety
issues and broken equipment appropriately, and adheres to patient safety precautions
- Communicates with patient's family, physicians, and unit personnel and peers in an accurate, courteous, and
professional manner
Qualifications
Education, Experience and Certifications
*High School Diploma or GED required
*BLS Required- American Heart Association
*Prior Experience preferred
*Good written/oral communication skills
Overview
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center is an internationally recognized leader in research and clinical excellence that has given rise to breakthroughs in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, oncology, transplantation, and more. Our team's efforts have led to the creation of many research programs and initiatives to develop advanced treatments found nowhere else in the world. In our commitment to advancing standards in an ever-evolving healthcare environment, our new McNair Campus is designed around the human experience-modeled on evidence-based practices for the safety of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians. The 27.5-acre campus represents the future of healthcare through a transformative alliance focused on leading-edge patient care, research, and education. Our strong alliance with Texas Heart® Institute and Baylor College of Medicine allows us to bring our patients a powerful network of care unlike any other. Our collaboration is focused on increasing access to care through a growing network of leading specialists and revolutionizing healthcare to save lives and improve the health of the communities we serve.
Pay Range
$13.22 - $18.17 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Patient Care Assistant I
Posted 20 days ago
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Job Description
Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center is an internationally recognized leader in research and clinical excellence that has given rise to breakthroughs in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, oncology, transplantation, and more. Our team’s efforts have led to the creation of many research programs and initiatives to develop advanced treatments found nowhere else in the world. In our commitment to advancing standards in an ever-evolving healthcare environment, our new McNair Campus is designed around the human experience—modeled on evidence-based practices for the safety of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians. The 27.5-acre campus represents the future of healthcare through a transformative alliance focused on leading-edge patient care, research, and education. Our strong alliance with Texas Heart® Institute and Baylor College of Medicine allows us to bring our patients a powerful network of care unlike any other. Our collaboration is focused on increasing access to care through a growing network of leading specialists and revolutionizing healthcare to save lives and improve the health of the communities we serve.
ResponsibilitiesPerforms a variety of routine tasks to support the delivery of safe, effective, cost-efficient patient care as delegated bythe RN. They provide assistance in transporting, transferring and lifting. They perform cleaning Functions in patient careunit as delegated, and perform selected diagnostic tests.
ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES1. Provides direct patient care as delegated by RN staff2. Monitors and records vital signs3. Assists in providing personal hygiene and physical care needs4. Accurately measures, records, and reports intake and output5. Obtains and records daily weight6. Performs blood glucose testing using blood glucose meter7. Reports changes in patient’s status promptly to RN8. Performs as a sitter or patient care companion when needed9. Assists in the admission, transfer and discharge process10. Performs unit housekeeping needs.11. Delivers specimens, picks up medications and other items12. Acts as receptionist for unit; has limited use of the hospital information systems according to hospital policydependent on the need of unit13. Checks and documents refrigerator temperatures as delegated, reporting variances to appropriate personnel14. Updates assigned bed status15. Answers call lights and telephone16. Keeps patient environment clean, Performs comfort rounds, keeps hallways clear of obstruction, reports safetyissues and broken equipment appropriately, and adheres to patient safety precautions17. Communicates with patient’s family, physicians, and unit personnel and peers in an accurate, courteous, andprofessional manner
QualificationsEducation, Experience and Certifications
*High School Diploma or GED required*BLS Required- American Heart Association
*Prior Experience preferred
*Good written/oral communication skills
Patient Care Assistant II
Posted 1 day ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Performs a variety of routine tasks to support the delivery of safe, effective, cost-efficient patient care as delegated by
the RN. They provide assistance in transporting, transferring and lifting. They perform cleaning Functions in patient care
unit as delegated, and perform selected diagnostic tests.
ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provides direct patient care as delegated by RN staff
2. Monitors and records vital signs
3. Assists in providing personal hygiene and physical care needs
4. Accurately measures, records, and reports intake and output
5. Obtains and records daily weight
6. Performs blood glucose testing using blood glucose meter
7. Reports changes in patient's status promptly to RN
8. Performs as sitter or patient care companion when needed
9. Assists in the admission, transfer and discharge process
10. Performs unit housekeeping needs.
11. Delivers specimens, picks up medications and other items
12. Acts as receptionist for unit; has limited use of the hospital information systems according to hospital policy
dependent on the need of unit
13. Checks and documents refrigerator temperatures as delegated, reporting variances to appropriate personnel
14. Updates assigned bed status
15. Answers call lights and telephone
16. Keeps patient environment clean, Performs comfort rounds, keeps hallways clear of obstruction, reports safety
issues and broken equipment appropriately, and adheres to patient safety precautions
17. Communicates with patient's family, physicians, and unit personnel and peers in an accurate, courteous, and
professional manner
18. Performs phlebotomy and 12 lead EKGs as permitted on the assigned unit
19. Removes saline locks
**Qualifications**
**Required Education, Experience and Certifications**
HS diploma/GED required
BLS required
1 year direct patient care experience or graduated from an accredited school of nursing
**Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training**
Good written/oral communication skills
**Overview**
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center is an internationally recognized leader in research and clinical excellence that has given rise to breakthroughs in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, oncology, transplantation, and more. Our team's efforts have led to the creation of many research programs and initiatives to develop advanced treatments found nowhere else in the world. In our commitment to advancing standards in an ever-evolving healthcare environment, our new McNair Campus is designed around the human experience-modeled on evidence-based practices for the safety of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians. The 27.5-acre campus represents the future of healthcare through a transformative alliance focused on leading-edge patient care, research, and education. Our strong alliance with Texas Heart® Institute and Baylor College of Medicine allows us to bring our patients a powerful network of care unlike any other. Our collaboration is focused on increasing access to care through a growing network of leading specialists and revolutionizing healthcare to save lives and improve the health of the communities we serve.
**Pay Range**
$14.82 - $20.38 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Patient Care Assistant I
Posted 1 day ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Performs a variety of routine tasks to support the delivery of safe, effective, cost-efficient patient care as delegated by
the RN. They provide assistance in transporting, transferring and lifting. They perform cleaning Functions in patient care
unit as delegated, and perform selected diagnostic tests.
ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provides direct patient care as delegated by RN staff
2. Monitors and records vital signs
3. Assists in providing personal hygiene and physical care needs
4. Accurately measures, records, and reports intake and output
5. Obtains and records daily weight
6. Performs blood glucose testing using blood glucose meter
7. Reports changes in patient's status promptly to RN
8. Performs as a sitter or patient care companion when needed
9. Assists in the admission, transfer and discharge process
10. Performs unit housekeeping needs.
11. Delivers specimens, picks up medications and other items
12. Acts as receptionist for unit; has limited use of the hospital information systems according to hospital policy
dependent on the need of unit
13. Checks and documents refrigerator temperatures as delegated, reporting variances to appropriate personnel
14. Updates assigned bed status
15. Answers call lights and telephone
16. Keeps patient environment clean, Performs comfort rounds, keeps hallways clear of obstruction, reports safety
issues and broken equipment appropriately, and adheres to patient safety precautions
17. Communicates with patient's family, physicians, and unit personnel and peers in an accurate, courteous, and
professional manner
**Qualifications**
Education, Experience and Certifications
*High School Diploma or GED required
*BLS Required- American Heart Association
*Prior Experience preferred
*Good written/oral communication skills
**Overview**
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center is an internationally recognized leader in research and clinical excellence that has given rise to breakthroughs in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, oncology, transplantation, and more. Our team's efforts have led to the creation of many research programs and initiatives to develop advanced treatments found nowhere else in the world. In our commitment to advancing standards in an ever-evolving healthcare environment, our new McNair Campus is designed around the human experience-modeled on evidence-based practices for the safety of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians. The 27.5-acre campus represents the future of healthcare through a transformative alliance focused on leading-edge patient care, research, and education. Our strong alliance with Texas Heart® Institute and Baylor College of Medicine allows us to bring our patients a powerful network of care unlike any other. Our collaboration is focused on increasing access to care through a growing network of leading specialists and revolutionizing healthcare to save lives and improve the health of the communities we serve.
**Pay Range**
$13.22 - $18.17 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Patient Care Assistant I
Posted 1 day ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Performs a variety of routine tasks to support the delivery of safe, effective, cost-efficient patient care as delegated by
the RN. They provide assistance in transporting, transferring and lifting. They perform cleaning Functions in patient care
unit as delegated, and perform selected diagnostic tests.
ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provides direct patient care as delegated by RN staff
2. Monitors and records vital signs
3. Assists in providing personal hygiene and physical care needs
4. Accurately measures, records, and reports intake and output
5. Obtains and records daily weight
6. Performs blood glucose testing using blood glucose meter
7. Reports changes in patient's status promptly to RN
8. Performs as a sitter or patient care companion when needed
9. Assists in the admission, transfer and discharge process
10. Performs unit housekeeping needs.
11. Delivers specimens, picks up medications and other items
12. Acts as receptionist for unit; has limited use of the hospital information systems according to hospital policy
dependent on the need of unit
13. Checks and documents refrigerator temperatures as delegated, reporting variances to appropriate personnel
14. Updates assigned bed status
15. Answers call lights and telephone
16. Keeps patient environment clean, Performs comfort rounds, keeps hallways clear of obstruction, reports safety
issues and broken equipment appropriately, and adheres to patient safety precautions
17. Communicates with patient's family, physicians, and unit personnel and peers in an accurate, courteous, and
professional manner
**Qualifications**
Education, Experience and Certifications
*High School Diploma or GED required
*BLS Required- American Heart Association
*Prior Experience preferred
*Good written/oral communication skills
**Overview**
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center is an internationally recognized leader in research and clinical excellence that has given rise to breakthroughs in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, oncology, transplantation, and more. Our team's efforts have led to the creation of many research programs and initiatives to develop advanced treatments found nowhere else in the world. In our commitment to advancing standards in an ever-evolving healthcare environment, our new McNair Campus is designed around the human experience-modeled on evidence-based practices for the safety of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians. The 27.5-acre campus represents the future of healthcare through a transformative alliance focused on leading-edge patient care, research, and education. Our strong alliance with Texas Heart® Institute and Baylor College of Medicine allows us to bring our patients a powerful network of care unlike any other. Our collaboration is focused on increasing access to care through a growing network of leading specialists and revolutionizing healthcare to save lives and improve the health of the communities we serve.
**Pay Range**
$13.22 - $18.17 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Patient Care Assistant II
Posted 1 day ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Performs a variety of routine tasks to support the delivery of safe, effective, cost-efficient patient care as delegated by
the RN. They provide assistance in transporting, transferring and lifting. They perform cleaning Functions in patient care
unit as delegated, and perform selected diagnostic tests.
ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provides direct patient care as delegated by RN staff
2. Monitors and records vital signs
3. Assists in providing personal hygiene and physical care needs
4. Accurately measures, records, and reports intake and output
5. Obtains and records daily weight
6. Performs blood glucose testing using blood glucose meter
7. Reports changes in patient's status promptly to RN
8. Performs as sitter or patient care companion when needed
9. Assists in the admission, transfer and discharge process
10. Performs unit housekeeping needs.
11. Delivers specimens, picks up medications and other items
12. Acts as receptionist for unit; has limited use of the hospital information systems according to hospital policy
dependent on the need of unit
13. Checks and documents refrigerator temperatures as delegated, reporting variances to appropriate personnel
14. Updates assigned bed status
15. Answers call lights and telephone
16. Keeps patient environment clean, Performs comfort rounds, keeps hallways clear of obstruction, reports safety
issues and broken equipment appropriately, and adheres to patient safety precautions
17. Communicates with patient's family, physicians, and unit personnel and peers in an accurate, courteous, and
professional manner
18. Performs phlebotomy and 12 lead EKGs as permitted on the assigned unit
19. Removes saline locks
**Qualifications**
**Required Education, Experience and Certifications**
HS diploma/GED required
BLS required
1 year direct patient care experience or graduated from an accredited school of nursing
**Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training**
Good written/oral communication skills
**Overview**
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center is an internationally recognized leader in research and clinical excellence that has given rise to breakthroughs in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, oncology, transplantation, and more. Our team's efforts have led to the creation of many research programs and initiatives to develop advanced treatments found nowhere else in the world. In our commitment to advancing standards in an ever-evolving healthcare environment, our new McNair Campus is designed around the human experience-modeled on evidence-based practices for the safety of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians. The 27.5-acre campus represents the future of healthcare through a transformative alliance focused on leading-edge patient care, research, and education. Our strong alliance with Texas Heart® Institute and Baylor College of Medicine allows us to bring our patients a powerful network of care unlike any other. Our collaboration is focused on increasing access to care through a growing network of leading specialists and revolutionizing healthcare to save lives and improve the health of the communities we serve.
**Pay Range**
$14.82 - $20.38 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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Patient Care Assistant II
Posted 2 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Performs a variety of routine tasks to support the delivery of safe, effective, cost-efficient patient care as delegated by
the RN. They provide assistance in transporting, transferring and lifting. They perform cleaning Functions in patient care
unit as delegated, and perform selected diagnostic tests.
ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provides direct patient care as delegated by RN staff
2. Monitors and records vital signs
3. Assists in providing personal hygiene and physical care needs
4. Accurately measures, records, and reports intake and output
5. Obtains and records daily weight
6. Performs blood glucose testing using blood glucose meter
7. Reports changes in patient's status promptly to RN
8. Performs as sitter or patient care companion when needed
9. Assists in the admission, transfer and discharge process
10. Performs unit housekeeping needs.
11. Delivers specimens, picks up medications and other items
12. Acts as receptionist for unit; has limited use of the hospital information systems according to hospital policy
dependent on the need of unit
13. Checks and documents refrigerator temperatures as delegated, reporting variances to appropriate personnel
14. Updates assigned bed status
15. Answers call lights and telephone
16. Keeps patient environment clean, Performs comfort rounds, keeps hallways clear of obstruction, reports safety
issues and broken equipment appropriately, and adheres to patient safety precautions
17. Communicates with patient's family, physicians, and unit personnel and peers in an accurate, courteous, and
professional manner
18. Performs phlebotomy and 12 lead EKGs as permitted on the assigned unit
19. Removes saline locks
**Qualifications**
**Required Education, Experience and Certifications**
HS diploma/GED required
BLS required
1 year direct patient care experience or graduated from an accredited school of nursing
**Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training**
Good written/oral communication skills
**Overview**
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center is an internationally recognized leader in research and clinical excellence that has given rise to breakthroughs in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, oncology, transplantation, and more. Our team's efforts have led to the creation of many research programs and initiatives to develop advanced treatments found nowhere else in the world. In our commitment to advancing standards in an ever-evolving healthcare environment, our new McNair Campus is designed around the human experience-modeled on evidence-based practices for the safety of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians. The 27.5-acre campus represents the future of healthcare through a transformative alliance focused on leading-edge patient care, research, and education. Our strong alliance with Texas Heart® Institute and Baylor College of Medicine allows us to bring our patients a powerful network of care unlike any other. Our collaboration is focused on increasing access to care through a growing network of leading specialists and revolutionizing healthcare to save lives and improve the health of the communities we serve.
**Pay Range**
$14.82 - $20.38 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Patient Care Assistant I
Posted 2 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Performs a variety of routine tasks to support the delivery of safe, effective, cost-efficient patient care as delegated by
the RN. They provide assistance in transporting, transferring and lifting. They perform cleaning Functions in patient care
unit as delegated, and perform selected diagnostic tests.
ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provides direct patient care as delegated by RN staff
2. Monitors and records vital signs
3. Assists in providing personal hygiene and physical care needs
4. Accurately measures, records, and reports intake and output
5. Obtains and records daily weight
6. Performs blood glucose testing using blood glucose meter
7. Reports changes in patient's status promptly to RN
8. Performs as a sitter or patient care companion when needed
9. Assists in the admission, transfer and discharge process
10. Performs unit housekeeping needs.
11. Delivers specimens, picks up medications and other items
12. Acts as receptionist for unit; has limited use of the hospital information systems according to hospital policy
dependent on the need of unit
13. Checks and documents refrigerator temperatures as delegated, reporting variances to appropriate personnel
14. Updates assigned bed status
15. Answers call lights and telephone
16. Keeps patient environment clean, Performs comfort rounds, keeps hallways clear of obstruction, reports safety
issues and broken equipment appropriately, and adheres to patient safety precautions
17. Communicates with patient's family, physicians, and unit personnel and peers in an accurate, courteous, and
professional manner
**Qualifications**
Education, Experience and Certifications
*High School Diploma or GED required
*BLS Required- American Heart Association
*Prior Experience preferred
*Good written/oral communication skills
**Overview**
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center is an internationally recognized leader in research and clinical excellence that has given rise to breakthroughs in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, oncology, transplantation, and more. Our team's efforts have led to the creation of many research programs and initiatives to develop advanced treatments found nowhere else in the world. In our commitment to advancing standards in an ever-evolving healthcare environment, our new McNair Campus is designed around the human experience-modeled on evidence-based practices for the safety of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians. The 27.5-acre campus represents the future of healthcare through a transformative alliance focused on leading-edge patient care, research, and education. Our strong alliance with Texas Heart® Institute and Baylor College of Medicine allows us to bring our patients a powerful network of care unlike any other. Our collaboration is focused on increasing access to care through a growing network of leading specialists and revolutionizing healthcare to save lives and improve the health of the communities we serve.
**Pay Range**
$13.22 - $18.17 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Patient Care Assistant II
Posted 2 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Performs a variety of routine tasks to support the delivery of safe, effective, cost-efficient patient care as delegated by
the RN. They provide assistance in transporting, transferring and lifting. They perform cleaning Functions in patient care
unit as delegated, and perform selected diagnostic tests.
ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provides direct patient care as delegated by RN staff
2. Monitors and records vital signs
3. Assists in providing personal hygiene and physical care needs
4. Accurately measures, records, and reports intake and output
5. Obtains and records daily weight
6. Performs blood glucose testing using blood glucose meter
7. Reports changes in patient's status promptly to RN
8. Performs as sitter or patient care companion when needed
9. Assists in the admission, transfer and discharge process
10. Performs unit housekeeping needs.
11. Delivers specimens, picks up medications and other items
12. Acts as receptionist for unit; has limited use of the hospital information systems according to hospital policy
dependent on the need of unit
13. Checks and documents refrigerator temperatures as delegated, reporting variances to appropriate personnel
14. Updates assigned bed status
15. Answers call lights and telephone
16. Keeps patient environment clean, Performs comfort rounds, keeps hallways clear of obstruction, reports safety
issues and broken equipment appropriately, and adheres to patient safety precautions
17. Communicates with patient's family, physicians, and unit personnel and peers in an accurate, courteous, and
professional manner
18. Performs phlebotomy and 12 lead EKGs as permitted on the assigned unit
19. Removes saline locks
**Qualifications**
**Required Education, Experience and Certifications**
HS diploma/GED required
BLS required
1 year direct patient care experience or graduated from an accredited school of nursing
**Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training**
Good written/oral communication skills
Completion of PCA II orientation/training
**Overview**
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center is an internationally recognized leader in research and clinical excellence that has given rise to breakthroughs in cardiovascular care neuroscience oncology transplantation and more. Our team's efforts have led to the creation of many research programs and initiatives to develop advanced treatments found nowhere else in the world. In our commitment to advancing standards in an ever-evolving healthcare environment our new McNair Campus is designed around the human experience-modeled on evidence-based practices for the safety of patients visitors staff and physicians. The 27.5-acre campus represents the future of healthcare through a transformative alliance focused on leading-edge patient care research and education. Our strong alliance with Texas Heart® Institute and Baylor College of Medicine allows us to bring our patients a powerful network of care unlike any other. Our collaboration is focused on increasing access to care through a growing network of leading specialists and revolutionizing healthcare to save lives and improve the health of the communities we serve.
**Pay Range**
$14.82 - $20.38 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.