Patient Care Assistant (PCA)
About The Position
Join Our Team at Avita Health System – Avita Galion Hospital Avita Health System is proud to serve the communities of Crawford and Richland counties through three hospitals and numerous clinic locations. Over the past few years, we’ve tripled in size, now employing over 2,200 team members and more than 160 physicians and advanced practitioners. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to the people who depend on us. We’re currently seeking a dedicated Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to join our MedSurg Department at our Galion location. Position Overview Provides direct and indirect patient care activities under the direction of an RN or LPN/LVN. Assists patients with activities of daily living, provides for personal care, comfort and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment for an assigned group or patients. Why Join the Avita Health System Team? At Avita, we’re committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and empowering environment where every team member plays a vital role in delivering exceptional care to our communities. Whether you're on the front lines or behind the scenes, your work matters here. What You Can Expect at Avita: A collaborative and engaged workplace culture Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits Generous paid time off (PTO) to support work-life balance Health, dental, and vision insurance options 403(b) retirement plans with up to 4% employer match Paid parental leave Pharmacy discounts for employees Free on-site parking Opportunities for professional growth and internal advancement Recognition programs, including the DAISY Nursing Award for excellence
Requirements
- Current BLS certification or within 30 days of hire date.
Nice To Haves
- Current Certification as a State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) or applicable work-related experience working as a nursing assistant.
- Previous experience working as a nursing assistant.
Responsibilities
- Provides direct and indirect patient care activities under the direction of an RN or LPN/LVN.
- Assists patients with activities of daily living
- Provides for personal care, comfort and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment for an assigned group or patients.
Benefits
- Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits
- Generous paid time off (PTO) to support work-life balance
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options
- 403(b) retirement plans with up to 4% employer match
- Paid parental leave
- Pharmacy discounts for employees
- Free on-site parking
- Opportunities for professional growth and internal advancement
- Recognition programs, including the DAISY Nursing Award for excellence
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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