Patient Care Assistant - NICU 4 (FT, Days)
On-siteHouston, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Assist with the collection and documentation of patient/family data, obtain and document vital signs without continuous monitors, and notify professionals of abnormal findings. Provide high-quality, cost-effective patient care in collaboration with Registered Nurses while prioritizing workload based on patient needs. Demonstrate the ability to identify patient responses to care, contribute to the development and modification of care plans, and participate in achieving hospital/unit goals. Maintain accountability for self-development and team participation. Requires respiratory fit testing. H.S. Diploma or GED required with either a nursing assistant certification, BSN enrollment with one clinical rotation, or one year of direct patient care experience.
Required Qualifications
- H.S. 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
- Respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards
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