Night-Shift Patient Care Assistant (PCA)

UF Health; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

UF Health in Gainesville, FL seeks a Part-time Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to work 24 hours per week, 7:00pm–7:00am, with variable days. The PCA assists the Registered Nurse with routine procedures and provides nursing support to uphold our commitment to excellent patient care.

Eligible candidates include EMTs/paramedics, CNAs, nursing students in approved programs, or current staff awaiting NCLEX eligibility. CNA certification is required for those not currently enrolled in a nursing program.

Qualifications

• Licensed EMT or Paramedic, CNA with high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year of patient care experience in a clinical setting preferred.
• Nursing student in approved program may qualify after coursework completion.
• Current employees awaiting NCLEX authorization may test within 90 days post-graduation.

Responsibilities

• Assist Registered Nurse with routine procedures under supervision.
• Provide nursing support to achieve patient care goals.
• Uphold patient advocacy and safe, compassionate care.

Skills

Patient care

Nursing support

Teamwork

Education

Licensed EMT

CNA with HS diploma

Nursing student in approved program

NCLEX eligibility pending (up to 90 days)

NCLEX unsuccessful (up to 6 months)

HS CNA training with instructor recommendation

Job description

UF Health in Gainesville, FL seeks a Part-time Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to work 24 hours per week, 7:00pm–7:00am, with variable days. The PCA assists the Registered Nurse with routine procedures and provides nursing support to uphold our commitment to excellent patient care.

Eligible candidates include EMTs/paramedics, CNAs, nursing students in approved programs, or current staff awaiting NCLEX eligibility. CNA certification is required for those not currently enrolled in a nursing program.