Patient Care Assistant - PICU at Texas Children's Careers

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Documentation, Vital Signs, Collaboration, Communication, Customer Service, Teamwork, Flexibility, Professionalism, Family Centered Care, Developmental Care, Accountability, Input for Care Plan, Observation Skills, Interpersonal Skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

We are searching for a Patient Care Assistant— someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will 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 cost-effectively and is developmental and age-appropriate for the patient population. Think you’ve got what it takes? Job Duties & Responsibilities Assist with the collection and documentation of patient/family data Obtains and documents vital signs (without the use of continuous physiologic monitors) and notifies professional of abnormal findings as evidenced by supervisory observation and review of medical records Provide high-quality, cost-effective patient care in collaboration with the RN and in conjunction with the patient/family Demonstrate ability to collaborate with multiple RNs in a professional manner to prioritize workload based on patient/family needs as evidenced by supervisory observation and verbal/written feedback Assist in identifying patient/family response to care provided Provide input to the RN for the development and ongoing modification of the plan of care, as evidenced by supervisory observation, verbal/written feedback, and review of the plan of care Maintain accountability for development of self and participates in development of others Demonstrate commitment to team, flexibility, professional interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills Participate in achieving hospital/unit goals 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. Skills & Requirements H.S. Diploma or GED Required One of the following is required in addition to the high school diploma or GED: Completion of a formal nursing assistant educational program or certification (e.g. Diploma/Course/Certificate/associate 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 hire. One (1) year of direct patient care experience.

Responsibilities

The Patient Care Assistant will assist with patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, including collecting and documenting patient data and vital signs. They will collaborate with the nursing team to provide high-quality, cost-effective care tailored to the needs of patients and their families.