Patient Care Associate Medical

Patient Care Associate 7A-7P Medical

Location:

15200 Community Road, Gulfport, Mississippi, 39503, United States

Shift: 7A to 7P

Employment Type:

Full-Time

The Patient Care Associate provides basic nursing care (personal and restorative care) to patients according to predefined guidelines and a plan of care established by a Registered Nurse or LPN, under the direct supervision of the RN or LPN. The plan uses the CDC Guidelines for Infection Control and the Singing River Health System Nursing Plan for Provision of Care, Treatment, and Services.

All duties are performed in accordance with Singing River Health System procedures, policies, accreditation standards, and governing guidance.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise or change responsibilities as needed.

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Successful completion of a Nurse Assistant/Aide program preferred.

N/A

Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification recognized by the State of Mississippi Department of Health preferred and required upon hire for the SNF unit. Apprentices transferring to SNF will have 120 days to schedule and pass the skills exam; if not obtained, placement in the SNF unit will be removed. Must complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer and obtain de‑escalation training by the end of the 90‑day orientation.

Equivalent related work experience or completion of a Nurse Aide program required.

Registered Nurse or LPN responsible for patient care management during a shift.

None.

Work is moderately active, involving frequent movement within and between facilities, light lifting and carrying of objects, and exposure to body fluids. Requires repetitive wrist and hand motions, visual acuity, and the ability to remain active for extended periods. Schedules may be adjusted for hospital needs.

Requires strong communication, assessment, decision-making, emotional stability, ability to handle high stress, and meet deadlines. Must maintain collaborative working relationships.

Excellent customer service and professional etiquette. Proficient with computer use (keyboard, MS Outlook, Word, telephone, fax). Must demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment for patients of all ages.

Entry level

Full-Time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care