Night Shift Patient Care Assistant — Grow in Nursing

MultiCare Health System; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

MultiCare Health System's Good Samaritan Hospital in Puyallup, WA is hiring a Patient Care Assistant in a .6 FTE night shift with 12-hour shifts to support RNs and physicians within the nursing team. The PCA will collaborate with the nursing staff and enjoy daily variety and problem-solving opportunities.

Responsibilities include patient care as directed by RN/physician, dressing changes, data gathering, documentation and vital signs, plus a service-oriented, professional approach and strong

Qualifications

• WA Nursing Assistant certification required.
• BLS for Healthcare Provider required.
• Enrollment in an accredited RN program may replace the certification requirement; for students enrolled, registration as a Nurse’s Assistant is required.
• 1+ year of patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care as directed by RN/physician.
• Assist with dressing changes, data gathering, documentation and vital signs.
• Demonstrate service orientation, professional integrity and sound decision-making.
• Prioritize and manage duties with organization and flexibility.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Vital signs

Education

Nursing Assistant Certification (WA)

BLS for Healthcare Providers

RN program enrollment eligible

Job description

MultiCare Health System's Good Samaritan Hospital in Puyallup, WA is hiring a Patient Care Assistant in a .6 FTE night shift with 12-hour shifts to support RNs and physicians within the nursing team. The PCA will collaborate with the nursing staff and enjoy daily variety and problem-solving opportunities.

Responsibilities include patient care as directed by RN/physician, dressing changes, data gathering, documentation and vital signs, plus a service-oriented, professional approach and strong