Patient Care Associate – MACU (FT Days) Position Available In East Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Patient Care Associate – MACU (FT Days) Baton Rouge General – 3.7

Baton Rouge, LA Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$29.2K – $34.3K a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Qualifications RN License EMT Certification Military High school diploma or GED CNA Entry level EMT-B Full Job Description Are you committed to compassionate care and ready to support nursing staff in providing quality service to patients?

What We’re Looking For:

Compassionate, courteous, and patient-centered mindset Experience providing personal care assistance preferred High School Diploma or GED required Certified Nursing Assistant Certification or Basic EMT Certification, Military Medic experience, or RN nursing student with completion of fundamental nursing clinical

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

At Baton Rouge General, our patients aren’t the only people we take care of; we take care of our team too. We are proud to offer our employees the benefits and resources they need to be their best selves at work and at home. A comprehensive benefits program for you and your family Professional development and support Various employee perks include generous paid time off, flexible positions, and our Baton Rouge General Fit! program We are a nationally and locally recognized leader in quality and ranked one of the best healthcare employers in the state. Check out our employee perks here!

What You Will Do:

Support the nursing team by providing direct and indirect patient care and performing clerical duties. Ensure a safe, clean, and supportive environment for patients and staff. Serve patients across all age populations as defined by the department’s scope of care.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide personal care including bathing, feeding, hygiene, and mobility assistance Report changes in patient condition to primary nurse promptly and accurately Assist with the use and removal of non-invasive monitoring equipment Answer call lights, anticipate patient needs, and assist in admission, transfer, and discharge Collect and transport specimens according to universal precautions and retrieve medications per policy Accurately document patient care, vital signs, intake/output, and support the nurse’s plan of care Perform clerical duties including greeting visitors, managing supplies, answering phones, and ensuring charge capture Follow safety and infection control procedures, including waste removal, equipment maintenance, and proper technique Participate in emergency responses per BRGMC Code Blue Policy Perform additional duties as assignedsupport.microsoft.com+2support.microsoft.com+2lifewire.com+2

What Sets BRG Apart:

At Baton Rouge General, we are a community of compassionate, caring individuals who set the bar when it comes to healthcare excellence. Our mission is to preserve and restore health, one person at a time. From clinical to non-clinical – what you do here matters. With over 600 licensed beds between three campuses, Baton Rouge General offers the full spectrum of care from delivering newborns to providing end-of-life support through hospice. With clinics located throughout Baton Rouge and the surrounding areas, our physician group provides patients with comprehensive care and a full suite of specialties, including internal and family medicine and specialty care. Ready to be part of a team that values your skills and dedication? Apply now and take the next step in your career with us.