HEALTH CARE AIDE Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates

Hard Skills

IntermediateActivities of Daily Living (ADLs)Assisting patients with fundamental routine tasks such as bathing, dressing, eating, and personal hygiene.

BasicVital Signs MonitoringThe process of measuring and recording essential body functions including temperature, pulse, and blood pressure.

AdvancedSafe Patient Handling and MobilityUtilizing ergonomic techniques and mechanical lift equipment to transfer patients safely while preventing injury to staff and patients.

IntermediateInfection Control ProtocolsAdherence to standards such as hand hygiene, sterilization, and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent disease spread.

BasicElectronic Health Record (EHR) DocumentationThe accurate recording of patient care, observations, and incidents into digital charting systems.

Soft Skills

IntermediateTherapeutic CommunicationUsing specialized communication techniques to build rapport, provide comfort, and encourage patient cooperation.

AdvancedCrisis Intervention and De-escalationThe ability to identify and manage aggressive or agitated patient behavior using verbal and non-physical techniques.

Mobility Path: High Affinity Match (>60%)

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PATIENT SERVICE ASSISTANT 64.3% Affinity

✅ Vital Signs Monitoring
✅ Infection Control Protocols
✅ Safe Patient Handling and Mobility
✅ Therapeutic Communication
✅ Crisis Intervention and De-escalation