Night Shift Patient Care Assistant (CNA/EMT)

UF Health; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Gainesville seeks a Patient Care Assistant to support Registered Nurses with routine procedures during the 7:00pm–7:00am shift. This full-time role emphasizes patient advocacy and collaborative care to uphold high nursing standards.

Candidates may be CNAs, EMTs, or nursing students enrolled in approved programs; CNAs or EMTs are required for non-enrolled applicants. This on-site role offers career growth within a trusted healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• CNA certification required for those not currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a nursing program.
• EMT or Paramedic licensure acceptable as an alternative.
• Nursing student currently enrolled in an approved nursing program may qualify upon completion of didactic and clinical portions.
• NCLEX authorization pending is acceptable for current employees up to 90 days post-graduation.
• High school diploma or equivalent required for CNA track.

Responsibilities

• Assist Registered Nurse with routine procedures under supervision.
• Provide nursing support to achieve high-quality patient care and advocacy.

Education

EMT Certification

CNA Certification

Nursing student in approved program

Job description

UF Health in Gainesville seeks a Patient Care Assistant to support Registered Nurses with routine procedures during the 7:00pm–7:00am shift. This full-time role emphasizes patient advocacy and collaborative care to uphold high nursing standards.

Candidates may be CNAs, EMTs, or nursing students enrolled in approved programs; CNAs or EMTs are required for non-enrolled applicants. This on-site role offers career growth within a trusted healthcare environment.