Certified Patient Care Assistant Observation Unit

Banner Health Corporate; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift differential

Weekend differential

Sign-on bonus for CNAs/LNAs

Job summary

Banner Health is seeking a Certified Patient Care Assistant to join the Observation Unit in Phoenix. You will work nights (7pm–7:30am) supporting patients requiring short‑term care, collaborating with RNs, and providing high‑quality patient care using advanced procedures.

The role includes an 18% night shift differential and a $1/hour weekend differential. Previous CNA with BLS is preferred, with potential sign-on bonuses for licensed CNAs/LNAs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Current CNA licensure in the state of practice required for new hires.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine patient care to promote comfort and contribute to the patient plan of care.
• Collect patient data and document in medical records.
• Assist with activities of daily living and provide basic hygiene support.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma/GED

BLS certification

CNA in state of practice

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Primary City/State: Phoenix, Arizona • Department Name: Outpatient Observation Unit • Work Shift: Night • Job Category: Clinical Care. Licensed CNA/LNA are eligible for a $3,000 sign on bonus!

Banner University Medical Center is seeking a Certified Patient Care Assistant to join our Observation Unit. As a Certified Patient Care Assistant (CPCA) in the Observation Unit at BUMC‑Phoenix, you’ll support patients requiring short‑term care (6-24 hours) for further evaluation or treatment beyond an ED visit. This growing field bridges inpatient and outpatient care. In this role, you’ll work closely with RNs to deliver high‑quality care using advanced procedures and equipment, helping patients achieve optimal outcomes.

This is a full time night shift position working from 7pm‑7:30am. You will have the opportunity to utilize our self‑scheduling tool for shift and weekend coverage. Enjoy an 18% night shift differential and a flat rate $1/hour weekend shift differential.

University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally recognized academic medical center. The world‑class hospital is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical professionals. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet® recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Phoenix campus, long known for excellent patient care, has over 730 licensed beds, several unique specialty units and is the new home for medical discoveries, thanks to our collaboration with the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix. Additionally, the campus responsibilities include fully integrated multi‑specialty and sub‑specialty clinics.

Position Summary

This position provides routine patient care to promote patient comfort and contribute to the overall patient plan of care. This position is responsible for on‑going patient data collection and documentation in the medical records and provides a variety of unit support functions which contribute to the overall efficient operation of the nursing unit/department.

Core Functions

1. Provides assistance in activities of daily living and completes necessary tasks to promote patient health, including assisting patients with basic hygiene needs, maintaining an optimum level of mobility and providing assistance with nutritional intake as needed.
2. Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements in accordance with unit/facility policy and standards of care. Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care. Assists in the transportation of patient specimens.
3. Recognizes and reports abnormalities and/or changes in the patient’s health status and responses to treatment to a licensed professional. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided.
4. Performs procedures and uses equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, consistent with demonstrated competencies and according to state scope of practice; procedures may include blood draws, foley catheters removal, EKGs, and EKG monitoring. Provides necessary supplies, support and assistance to medical staff and patients for unit specific procedures, under the direct supervision of a licensed professional.
5. Performs receptionist/clerical duties to support overall operating efficiency and effective flow of communication and information throughout the department. Participates in the resolution of customer problems or collects necessary data and follows through to appropriate person for problem resolution.
6. Maintains a complete patient record with admission, transfer, and discharge information, progress notes, and consent forms. Ensures that all reports and chart forms are scanned or filed into the patient’s record. Ensures that charting forms are labeled and accessible if they are needed. Maintains adequate supplies of frequently used, patient education materials. Assists in the ordering of patient specimens. May transcribe and process physician orders effectively using the electronic medical record.
7. Maintains adequate levels of office, dietary, and medical supplies and completes requisition forms when supplies need to be ordered. Reconciles supply order upon delivery. Monitors and tracks the use and whereabouts of electronic equipment such as patient ID scanners and lap top computers. Ensures that all are accounted for and in working order.
8. Based on area of assignment may assist with transporting patients, including pre-operative and immediate post-operative patients to critical care unit. Participates in OR room turnover.
9. This position works under supervision and has responsibility for assigned unit only. Incumbents work in a fast‑paced, sometimes stressful environment with a strong focus on customer service. Interacts with staff at all levels throughout the facility, as well as patients, families and physicians.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Current BLS certification is required. Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in state of practice is required for new hires and transfers. In Tucson: Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in state of practice is required for new hires. Existing Tucson incumbents may not transfer out of their geographical market without meeting the CNA requirement. Requires skills and abilities typically attained with 1 year of medical clerical experience; preferably in a hospital or physician office setting, or prior experience in customer service. Must possess excellent organizational skills, as well as effective human relations and communication skills. Working knowledge of medical terminology and computer literacy and keyboarding skills is required. Must possess excellent organizational skills, as well as effective human relations and communication skills. Working knowledge of medical terminology and computer literacy and keyboarding skills is required. Depending on department assignment, receive a minimum passing score of 85% on ECG or EEG test with accurate identification of all lethal cardiac dysrhythmias and epileptiform activity is required. Successful completion of either a unit approved basic electrocardiogram interpretation course or electroencephalographic interpretation course, or on the job training is also required.

Preferred Qualifications

• In Arizona the Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) licensure is preferred.
• Recent healthcare experience preferred.
• Successful completion of an approved unit secretary program is preferred.
• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

EEO/Disabled/Veterans Banner Health supports a drug‑free work environment.

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