Patient Care Assistant - 3rd Floor Med Surg

Trinity Health • Muskegon, MI

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About The Position

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) works collaboratively under the direction of a registered nurse to deliver excellent patient care. The role supports patients with hygiene and activities of daily living and contributes to the quality of care in a medical-surgical setting. The organization describes its approach as treating the whole person—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

This is a full-time day-shift position on a rotating schedule: 72 hours per pay period, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., with a set weekend rotation of up to every other weekend. The schedule is provided after orientation. Management may change the schedule with 30 days’ notice before the start of a six-week scheduling period if needed. Holidays are scheduled in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Nursing Assistant credential, or one of the following: six months of direct Patient Care Assistant or Nurse Tech experience; 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.
• Commitment to the organization’s philosophy, values, mission, and vision.

Responsibilities

• Respond to patient call lights for assistance or through rounding.
• Provide or assist patients with personal hygiene, including showers, oral hygiene, and dressing or undressing.
• Transport patients as needed for procedures, transfers, or discharge.
• Maintain a clean and uncluttered environment in 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.

What This Job Offers

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