Patient Care Assistant

Hospital Sisters Health System • Saint Joseph, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Hospital Sisters Health System is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support nursing staff and provide bedside care to patients in a hospital-based environment. The role is in the Inpatient Unit-Med-Surg department at St. Joseph's Hospital Clinic in Breese, Illinois, and is classified as a nursing support function. The schedule is 36 hours per week on the night shift, 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.

HSHS serves communities in Illinois and Wisconsin through 13 hospitals and numerous community-based health centers and clinics. Its 13,000+ colleagues work according to the values of respect, care, competence, and joy, with a focus on patients and continually improving care, processes, and outcomes.

Requirements

• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification is required within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of experience in an acute care setting.
• CNA (Certified Nurse Assistant) or PCT (Patient Care Technician) certification in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Support dedicated nursing staff.
• Deliver bedside care and support to patients in a hospital-based environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for eligible colleagues.
• Paid Time Off combining vacation, sick, and personal days.
• Retirement benefits, including HSHS contributions.
• Educational assistance of up to $5,250 per calendar year and tuition discounts at select colleges, with no waiting period.
• Adoption assistance of up to $7,500.
• Wellness program with incentives.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee assistance program.
• Identity theft coverage.
• Colleague rewards and recognition program.
• Discount program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed