Night Shift Patient Care Aide – Observation Unit

MemorialCare; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support the Observation Care Unit during night shifts. Under direct supervision, you’ll assist patients with daily living activities and help maintain a safe, clean environment in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires basic education and CPR/BLS certification; prior healthcare experience preferred. You’ll collaborate with licensed staff to monitor patients, document care, and ensure comfort and safety for

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• CNA with 3 years in acute care or 5 years in SNF/sub-acute; nursing students after first semester may qualify.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of licensed personnel, perform patient care activities identified on the competency checklist.
• Recognize and report changing patient care needs to the registered nurse.
• Document findings and maintain privacy in patient’s medical record per unit standards and systems.
• Provide emotional and physical comfort to patients and maintain a safe environment; assist with unit equipment maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Healthcare experience

CNA experience

Nursing students (with first semester)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR & AED (BLS) certification

Job description

MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support the Observation Care Unit during night shifts. Under direct supervision, you’ll assist patients with daily living activities and help maintain a safe, clean environment in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires basic education and CPR/BLS certification; prior healthcare experience preferred. You’ll collaborate with licensed staff to monitor patients, document care, and ensure comfort and safety for