Baton Rouge General
Patient Care Associate - Med/Surg FT days
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Job Description
- Req#: 2063918900
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Assist patients with daily needs: bathing, feeding, hygiene, and mobility
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Monitor and report changes in patient condition
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Support non-invasive procedures and patient monitoring
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Help with admissions, discharges, and patient transfers
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Respond to call lights and patient needs proactively
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Accurately record vital signs and patient data
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Track intake/output and assist with care planning
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Greet and assist visitors and callers professionally
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Process physician orders, maintain charts, and track supplies
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Support unit management with administrative tasks
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Maintain a clean, safe, and organized care environment
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Follow hospital policies on equipment, waste removal, and transport
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Adhere to infection control and isolation protocols
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Experience: Prior healthcare or hospital experience preferred
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Certification (any of the following):
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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
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Basic EMT Certification
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Military Medic background
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Nursing student with completed fundamentals in clinicals
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Show kindness, respect, and initiative with patients and coworkers
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Participate in teamwork and go above expectations to meet needs
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Follow legal and regulatory standards
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Maintain confidentiality and honest communication
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Take initiative, offer creative solutions, and improve workflows
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Optimize use of time, resources, and skills
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Use hospital resources responsibly and efficiently
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Promote and practice patient and employee safety
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Report errors or concerns promptly and appropriately
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HIPAA Compliance: Maintain strict confidentiality of patient information
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Safety Practices: Follow all hospital safety protocols, including PPE, incident reporting, and transport procedures
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Physical Demands: Medium work (lifting 20–50 lbs occasionally; up to 25 lbs frequently)
Position Summary:
Support patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to enhance the quality of life for patients and families. Care is delivered in a manner appropriate to the age and needs of the population served.Key Responsibilities
Direct Patient Care
Documentation & Charting
Clerical Support
Safety & Infection Control
Qualifications
Core Competencies
Everyday Excellence
Compliance & Ethics
Performance & Improvement
Cost Management
Safety
Additional Requirements
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About the company
Since opening our doors in 1900, Baton Rouge General has been a part of many of our community’s groundbreaking milestones in healthcare. Learn more.
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