PACU Patient Care Assistant - Compassionate Hands-on Support

Trinity Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a part-time Patient Care Assistant to join a Magnet designated facility in Michigan. You will respond to call lights, take vital signs, assist with hygiene, and transport patients as needed.

The role emphasizes teamwork with RNs and delivering compassionate, standards-based care. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, CNA/Nurse Tech experience or clinical nursing exposure, and BCLS certification.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Nursing Assistant or Nurse Technician experience in acute care (6 months) or completion of clinical nursing semester or MHSM PCA training upon hire.
• BCLS certification obtained within one week of hire.
• Well developed communication skills, both written and oral.
• Able to communicate with diverse groups.
• Articulates commitment to the organization’s philosophy, values, mission and vision.
• Delivers patient care per standards in collaboration with the RN.

Responsibilities

• Respond to patient call lights for assistance or by rounding.
• Obtaining vital signs from patient.
• Provide or assist patients with personal hygiene including showers, oral hygiene and dressing/undressing.
• Transports patients as needed for procedures, transfers or discharge.
• Maintains a clean and uncluttered environment in patient rooms.
• Observes patient’s condition and progress toward outcomes, in collaboration with the RN.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal communication

BCLS certification

Positive attitude

Commitment to mission

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Trinity Health is seeking a part-time Patient Care Assistant to join a Magnet designated facility in Michigan. You will respond to call lights, take vital signs, assist with hygiene, and transport patients as needed.

The role emphasizes teamwork with RNs and delivering compassionate, standards-based care. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, CNA/Nurse Tech experience or clinical nursing exposure, and BCLS certification.