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Texas Children's Hospital
Patient Care Assistant
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What they do
A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.
$30,489 / year median in Texas
+16% projected growth
Job Description
We are searching for a full time, PACU Patient Care Assistant at Texas Children's West Campus — someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will perform a variety of routine and specialized patient care activities, as assigned, under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN). Care will be delivered that incorporates Family Centered Care cost-effectively and is developmental and age-appropriate for the patient population. Think you've got what it takes? Job Duties & Responsibilities Assist with the collection and documentation of patient/family data Obtains and documents vital signs (without the use of continuous physiologic monitors) and notifies professional of abnormal findings as evidenced by supervisory observation and review of medical records Provide high-quality, cost-effective patient care in collaboration with the RN and in conjunction with the patient/family Demonstrate ability to collaborate with multiple RNs in a professional manner to prioritize workload based on patient/family needs as evidenced by supervisory observation and verbal/written feedback Assist in identifying patient/family response to care provided Provide input to the RN for the development and ongoing modification of the plan of care, as evidenced by supervisory observation, verbal/written feedback, and review of the plan of care Maintain accountability for development of self and participates in development of others Demonstrate commitment to team, flexibility, professional interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills Participate in achieving hospital/unit goals As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards. Skills & Requirements H.S. Diploma or GED Required One of the following is required in addition to the high school diploma or