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Healthcare Support Workers, All Other

About the Role

Healthcare Support Workers, All Other assist in various healthcare tasks that are essential to patient care and support.

Other Common Titles

  • Patient Care Assistant
  • Clinical Support Worker
  • Healthcare Aide
  • Nursing Assistant
  • Personal Care Assistant

Typical Tasks

  • Assisting patients with daily living activities, such as bathing and dressing.
  • Transporting patients to and from various healthcare facilities.
  • Taking and recording vital signs under supervision.
  • Assisting healthcare professionals with procedures and patient care tasks.
  • Maintaining cleanliness and organization in patient care areas.
  • Managing and processing patient documentation and records.
  • Providing emotional support and companionship to patients.

Notable People

  • Linda Bragg – A recognized advocate for healthcare support workers' training and development, Linda has published several articles on improving patient care standards.
  • James Carter – James is known for his work in bridging the gap between healthcare providers and support workers, emphasizing the importance of teamwork in healthcare.

Recommended Resources

  • The Healthcare Support Worker Handbook

    A comprehensive guide covering essential skills and knowledge for aspiring healthcare support workers.

  • Healthcare Support Workers Blog

    A blog that shares tips, resources, and stories from healthcare support workers.

  • Patient Care Podcast

    A podcast featuring discussions on patient care trends and stories from healthcare workers.

  • American Association of Healthcare Support Workers

    A professional association providing resources, training, and advocacy for healthcare support workers.