Patient Care Assistant

2 weeks ago


Brighton, United States Steward Health Care Full time
Position: Nursing Assistant Job Type: Full Time Department: SEH PACU

Nursing Assistant - Full-Time Position - Hours: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

The Nursing Assistant is responsible for delivering fundamental patient care services as assigned by the Registered Nurse, thereby aiding the nursing team in ensuring high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Execute all patient care tasks under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Carry out non-nursing duties that influence and enhance the quality of patient care as instructed by the Registered Nurse.
  • Ensure a safe and comfortable environment for patients:

Assist patients with mobility, including getting in and out of bed. Remain with patients who are restless.

Guide patients in using call lights and side rails, ensuring accessibility and responding to call lights promptly.

Prepare and instruct patients on the use of cough pillows and assist in gathering medical data, including vital signs.

  • Support the Registered Nurse with specific tasks related to patient admission, transfer, and discharge:

Prepare the unit and organize patients' belongings.

Assist in transferring patients to and from beds.

  • Assist the Registered Nurse with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs):

Provide partial bed baths, assist with showers, and support sit baths as appropriate for the patient.

Fill water pitchers and serve nutritional items.

Record intake and output and aid in specimen collection.

  • Document vital signs and intake/output on the appropriate forms.
  • Dispose of waste and linens regularly.
  • May be required to float to other units within competencies as needed.
  • Maintain knowledge and compliance with infection control policies and procedures:

Provide appropriate care for patients on precautions and utilize protective measures as necessary.

Separate and dispose of infectious materials correctly.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School diploma or equivalent - Nursing Assistant Certification is preferred.
  • Previous experience as a Nursing Assistant or completion of one clinical rotation for nursing students.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written English.
  • Capable of performing mathematical calculations necessary for treatment protocols.
  • Able to lift, transfer, and move patients safely.


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