Compassionate Patient Care Assistant (CNA/EMT) – Per Diem

Mammoth Hospital; Mammoth Lakes (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Mammoth Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) in Mammoth Lakes, CA. This per diem role supports RNs and LVNs with routine basic personal care across age groups, under supervision, and assists with communications within the hospital.

The position requires CA CNA or EMT certification and BLS, with telemetry certification due within 90 days. Shifts are 12-hour, varied, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with starting wages in the mid-range for the region.

Qualifications

• State of California Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) State or National certification required.
• American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS certification required.
• Telemetry certification required within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Delivers direct personal patient care under the supervision of the Licensed Nurse in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to patient diversity and age and maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment.
• Assists in the admission, transfer and discharge of patient in the unit.
• Accurately takes and records vital signs, height, weight, intake and output, nutritional intake, and other measurements as applicable.
• Provides personal care related to hygiene, bathing, oral care, and toileting, etc.
• Documents patient care on clinical records for all daily tasks and monitoring, in a clear, accurate, and concise manner.
• Recognizes and responds to priorities in providing patient care.
• Carries out the nursing and medical plan of care as assigned.

Skills

Compassionate

Excellent communicator

Good interpersonal skills

Job description

Mammoth Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) in Mammoth Lakes, CA. This per diem role supports RNs and LVNs with routine basic personal care across age groups, under supervision, and assists with communications within the hospital.

The position requires CA CNA or EMT certification and BLS, with telemetry certification due within 90 days. Shifts are 12-hour, varied, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with starting wages in the mid-range for the region.