Patient Care Assistant
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Summary
Houston Methodist is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to join their team at The Woodlands Hospital. The role involves assisting in the delivery of patient care and services under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
About the Role
As a Patient Care Assistant, you will be responsible for performing basic patient care activities of daily living (ADLs), conducting hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met, and documenting care administered. You will work collaboratively with the interprofessional care team, promote a positive work environment, and contribute to improving patient satisfaction and safety scores.
About You
Required:
- High School diploma or equivalent education.
- Completion of PCA externship, PCA internal internship, or six months of direct patient care experience, or enrollment in a nursing program with a completed first clinical rotation.
- BLS - Basic Life Support certification and CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant state licensure for Skilled Nursing Facility/Rehab departments.
Preferred:
- Demonstrated skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job.
- Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Career development opportunities and performance improvement projects.
Houston Methodist
Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers. The health system consists of eight hospitals: Houston Methodist Hospital, its flagship academic hospital in the Texas Medical Center, seven community hospitals and one long-term acute care hospital throughout the Greater Houston metropolitan area. Houston Methodist also includes a research institute; a comprehensive residency program; international patient services; freestanding comprehensive care, emergency care and imaging centers; and outpatient facilities. Houston Methodist employs more than 32,000 people. Come lead with us.
The Woodlands, TX