CNA Patient Care Assistant

CommonSpirit Health; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health's Glendale Memorial Hospital is seeking a CNA Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to provide direct, compassionate support to patients, assist nurses, monitor vital signs, ADLs, intake/output, collect specimens, and maintain a safe, healing environment. You will report changes promptly and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role emphasizes empathetic care, attention to detail, and strong communication, working under licensed nurses within

Qualifications

• One year of acute care hospital experience.
• California CNA License required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and monitor patients.
• Assist with ADLs and routine care.
• Document intake/output and collect specimens as needed.
• Report changes in patient condition to the licensed nurse.
• Maintain patient rooms and transport patients/equipment.
• Follow safety protocols and infection control standards.

Skills

Empathy

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

CNA License

BLS Certification

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our CNA Patient Care Assistant (PCA), you will be a central figure on our patient care team, providing direct, compassionate, hands-on support to patients and assisting nurses and other healthcare professionals. You will play a vital role in ensuring patient comfort, safety, and a supportive healing environment. Every day, you will expertly perform basic patient care duties, such as taking vital signs, assisting with ADLs, monitoring and documenting intake/output, and collecting specimens. You will also maintain patient rooms, transport patients and equipment, and promptly report changes in patient condition to nursing staff, adhering strictly to safety protocols and infection control. To be successful in this role, you will combine a strong empathetic approach, meticulous attention to detail in clinical tasks, and excellent communication skills for interdisciplinary teamwork. You will demonstrate a proactive commitment to patient well-being, a supportive demeanor, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced clinical environment, delivering compassionate care

• Demonstrates adherence to the standards of conduct requirements
• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse within the scope of practice of a nursing assistant. Vital signs, Ambulation, ADLs, Routine treatment procedures as defined by hospital policy/procedure/routines
• Reports all observed symptoms, reactions, treatments, and changes in the patient's condition to the licensed nurse. Demonstrates clinical/technical expertise in general nursing skills. Understands age-specific variations in the patient population
• Documents patient care measures according to patient care standards, policies, and procedures. Manages age-specific needs through appropriate adaptation of interventions (as directed by the licensed nurse)
• Assists in and accompanies patients in the admission, transfer, transport, and discharge procedures. Provides for the safe care of patient valuables during these processes. Utilizes proper body mechanics when performing job duties
• Appropriately utilizes equipment and supplies (including following established policies, procedures, and protocols governing the transport, handling, and storage of intravenous fluids) in the care of the patient

This position is represented by CHEU and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Job Requirements

Required

• One Year of Acute Care Hospital experience
• California Certified Nursing Assistant License (CNA License) required
• Basic Life Support Cert (AHA BLS Cert) required.

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1926, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center is a 334-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital. Serving over 70,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level III NICU, heart care, wound care and surgical services. Additionally, Glendale Memorial Hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and a SRC Center of Excellence for Robotic Surgery and Colorectal Surgery.

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