BJC HealthCare·Saint Louis County, Missouri
Provides direct patient care and support to licensed professional nurses to ensure a safe environment and reduce risk of harm. Responsibilities include collecting vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and documenting patient status changes.
Role Purpose Provides direct patient care to support the licensed professional nurses responsible for a team of patients to ensure a safe environment for patients by reducing risk of harm. Collects vital information on the patient and reports such to the nursing team which contributes to the overall assessment of each patient and any changes to a patient's condition.
Implements direct patient care under the supervision of the nurse, promoting patient and family centered care in a healing environment. Administers or assists patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), performs vital signs, intake & output, fall and pressure ulcer prevention measures, urinary catheter care, phlebotomy, or point of care testing as requested. Collects clinical data and information on patients, and reports changes in patient status to the nurse. Assists nurse with patient and family education. Documents all patient care activities provided with correct medical terminology. Acts as 1:1 patient safety sitter as necessary. Ensures availability of supplies and equipment to meet each patient's needs. Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance. Participates in professional development. Minimum Requirements Education High School Diploma or GED Experience No Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience Preferred Requirements Licenses & Certifications Certified Nurse Assistant
Benefits: and Legal Statement
Requires a high school diploma or GED with no prior experience mandatory. A Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification is preferred.
Market context
In Missouri, ambulatory and surgery patient care technician roles are commonly tied to outpatient and surgical settings that need reliable support for patient flow, prep, and recovery. These positions can be competitive because employers often prefer CNA certification even when no prior experience is required, and strong attendance plus comfort with fast-paced clinical routines can help. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, then confirm the original posting details and highlight any patient-care or clinical support experience in your application.
