Patient Care Assistant - 10th Floor Trauma/Ortho/Med Surg
About The Position
The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) works collaboratively to deliver excellent patient care under the direction of a registered nurse. The PCA helps patients maintain good hygiene and complete activities of daily living while supporting the quality of patient care. The organization emphasizes treating the whole person physically, emotionally, and spiritually. This position is on the 10th Floor Trauma/Ortho/Med Surg unit and is full-time, with a day shift schedule of 72 hours per pay period from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Weekends and holidays are scheduled in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Certified Nursing Assistant credential, or six months of direct Patient Care Assistant or Nurse Tech experience, or completion of at least one clinical rotation in nursing school, or enrollment in the Trinity Health Muskegon PCA program.
- Well-developed written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and groups representing diverse perspectives.
- Ability to articulate and demonstrate commitment to the organization’s philosophy, values, mission, and vision.
Responsibilities
- Respond to patient call lights and assist patients, including through rounding.
- Provide or assist with personal hygiene, including showers, oral hygiene, and dressing and undressing.
- Transport patients as needed for procedures, transfers, or discharge.
- Maintain clean and uncluttered patient rooms.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage available on the first day.
- 403(b) with employer match.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- 100% paid CEU.
- Paid time off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
