Certified Patient Care Assistant — Cardiac Unit (Night)

bannerhealth; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Certified Patient Care Assistant to join the PCU Cardiac unit on the night shift. You will provide routine patient care, monitor data, and support the care team in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes quality patient interactions, accurate documentation, and collaboration with licensed staff to promote comfort and safety while ensuring smooth unit operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists with daily living activities to promote patient health and mobility, and supports nutritional intake.
• Collects patient data, vital signs, input/output, and documents in medical records.
• Recognizes changes in patient status and communicates with licensed professionals to maintain care continuity.
• Assists with procedures and uses equipment under supervision, providing supplies and support to clinical staff.
• Performs receptionist/clerical duties to support department operations and data collection.
• Maintains supplies and tracks equipment such as patient ID scanners and laptops.
• Assists with transporting patients and participates in room turnover.
• Interacts professionally with staff, patients, families, and physicians to ensure quality care.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma/GED

BLS certification

Job description

Banner Health in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Certified Patient Care Assistant to join the PCU Cardiac unit on the night shift. You will provide routine patient care, monitor data, and support the care team in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes quality patient interactions, accurate documentation, and collaboration with licensed staff to promote comfort and safety while ensuring smooth unit operations.