Night Shift Patient Care Assistant - Oncology/General Surgery

MemorialCare Health System; Laguna Hills (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Job summary

MemorialCare Health System in Laguna Hills, CA, seeks a Part-Time Patient Care Assistant to support the Oncology/General Surgery unit during nights. The unlicensed caregiver works under the direction of a Registered Nurse to ensure smooth communication, accurate documentation, and timely patient care, including admission, transfer, and discharge processes.

The role requires basic computer skills, a HS diploma or equivalent, and BCLS.

Qualifications

• One year of acute care / telemetry experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Card (BCLS)

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of clinical and information technology systems.
• Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality of medical and other sensitive information.
• Supports patient-family communication and manages expectations.
• Coordinates with RN and healthcare team in a timely, organized manner.
• Documents pertinent patient information in the electronic medical record and notifies the RN of changes.
• Assists with basic patient care activities and equipment handling.
• Demonstrates punctuality and adherence to policies.

Skills

Acute care experience

Telemetry experience

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant

Current BCLS

Job description

MemorialCare Health System in Laguna Hills, CA, seeks a Part-Time Patient Care Assistant to support the Oncology/General Surgery unit during nights. The unlicensed caregiver works under the direction of a Registered Nurse to ensure smooth communication, accurate documentation, and timely patient care, including admission, transfer, and discharge processes.

The role requires basic computer skills, a HS diploma or equivalent, and BCLS.