Healthcare Support Specialist

2 weeks ago


Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Full time
Job Overview

***PHYSICAL DEMANDS INCLUDE HEAVY LIFTING***

Position Title: Patient Attendant

Role Summary:
  • The Patient Attendant plays a vital role in preparing patient rooms and beds, collecting specimens with care, and assisting individuals with their daily living activities. This position involves performing routine treatment tasks, aiding nursing staff in complex procedures, monitoring and recording vital signs, and promptly reporting any changes in patient conditions to the appropriate healthcare professionals. Additional duties include preparing patients for meals, assisting with feeding when necessary, and ensuring a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment. The Attendant is expected to show empathy towards the physical and emotional needs of patients across various age groups.
Qualifications, Skills, and Certifications:
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including effective listening
  • BLS Certification required
Key Responsibilities:
  1. Patient Care
    1. Assists patients with daily living tasks (e.g., bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, and linen changes) while providing compassionate care.
    2. Accurately measures and records patient vital signs such as temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, height, and blood pressure, documenting findings in the system and reporting any irregularities to the appropriate personnel.
    3. Collects patient specimens for laboratory analysis respectfully and ensures timely transportation to the lab.
    4. Prepares and serves meals to patients, assisting with feeding as needed, always demonstrating respect for patient dignity.
  2. Quality Assurance
    1. Maintains a clean, safe, and therapeutic healthcare environment by ensuring rooms and equipment are properly sanitized, reporting any maintenance issues, and managing linens and supplies efficiently.
    2. Conducts routine treatment procedures (e.g., enemas, hot/cold applications) with professionalism and assists nursing staff in more complex treatments.
  3. Team Collaboration
    1. Assists in preparing patient units and rooms to ensure comfort and readiness for patients during their stay. Supports patients during admission, transfer, and discharge processes with compassion and understanding.
  4. Additional Responsibilities
    1. Performs other assigned tasks as needed.


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