Grand Rapids Patient Care Assistant- PCA Trainee Program

Trinity Health • Grand Rapids, MI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) Training Program is a 3 Day, work-based learning experience that prepares individuals for a nursing support role and a nursing career pathway. This is a great opportunity for individuals who want to take a CNA course and not had the ability to due to schedules, financial investment, etc. No experience required.The program combines onsite classroom instruction, hands-on practice and on-the-job training.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• BCLS certification obtained within one week of hire.
• Well developed communication skills, both written and oral
• Able to communicate effectively with individuals and groups representing divers perspectives
• Articulates and demonstrates commitment to the philosophy, values, mission and vision of the organization
• Delivers patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, and policies and procedures in collaboration with the RN.

Nice To Haves

• No Experience Needed

Responsibilities

• Respond to patient call lights for assistance or by rounding
• Obtaining vital signs from patient
• Provide or assist patients with personal hygiene including showers, oral hygiene and dressing/undressing
• Transports patients as needed for procedures, transfers or discharge
• Maintains a clean and uncluttered environment in patient rooms
• Observes patient’s condition and progress (or lack of progress) toward defined outcomes, in collaboration with the RN.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• paid time off
• 403B
• education assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED