Patient Care Assistant

Saint Joseph Mercy Health System; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare organization in Muskegon is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to work night shifts. This role involves assisting patients with daily activities, maintaining hygiene, and delivering compassionate care. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and communication skills. This position offers full-time employment and benefits from day one.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage on first day

403b with employer match

Tuition Reimbursement

100% paid CEU

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Nursing Assistant or relevant experience in direct patient care.
• Well-developed communication skills, both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Respond to patient call lights for assistance.
• Assist patients with hygiene and activities of daily living.
• Transport patients as needed.

Skills

Well-developed communication skills

Ability to assist with personal hygiene

Effective communication with diverse groups

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant or 6 months direct patient care experience

Job description

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Description:

72hrs per pp 7p-7:30a - weekends and holidays to be scheduled in accordance with CBA

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Night Shift

Description:

72hrs per pp 7p-7:30a - weekends and holidays to be scheduled in accordance with CBA

Position Purpose:

Great opportunity for a Patient Care Assistant, PCA professional to work in an organization that focuses on treating the whole person, physically, emotionally and spiritually!

Position Summary:

Patient Care Assistant, PCA works in a collaborative environment to deliver excellent patient care under the direction of a RN. A Patient Care Assistant, PCA is expected to assist the patient in maintaining good hygiene, activities of daily living and to support quality of patient care.

What Patient Care Assistant, PCA will do:

• Respond to patient call lights for assistance or by rounding.
• 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.
  
  
  

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Night Shift

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Certified Nursing Assistant or 6 months of experience direct Patient Care Assistant or Nurse Tech, or completion of at least 1 clinical rotation in Nursing School, or enrollment in the Trinity Health Muskegon PCA program.
• Well-developed communication skills, both written and oral
• Able to communicate effectively with individuals and groups representing divers perspectives.
• Articulates and demonstrates commitment to the philosophy, values, mission and vision of the organization.
  
  
  

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage available on your first day
• 403b with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 100% paid CEU
• Paid Time Off
  
  
  

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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