Job Description
Urgent Opportunity: Join Our Healthcare Team Today!
Houston Community Health Services is urgently hiring compassionate Health Care Assistants to deliver exceptional patient care in our North Carolina facility. This is a rare opportunity to make a tangible impact in your community with competitive compensation and growth potential.
Why Choose Us?
- Immediate start date for qualified candidates
- Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance
- Stable, mission-driven organization with 15+ years in Houston NC
- Free ongoing training and professional development
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care including vital sign monitoring and medication assistance
- Document patient observations accurately in electronic health records
- Assist patients with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, mobility)
- Collaborate with RNs and physicians to coordinate patient care plans
- Maintain sterile environments and infection control protocols
- Offer emotional support to patients and families during care
Qualifications
- Current NC Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required
- Minimum 1 year healthcare experience preferred
- BLS/CPR certification (or willing to obtain)
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and stand for extended periods
- Strong communication skills and compassion for elderly patients
- Pass background check and drug screening
- High school diploma or equivalent