Patient Care Assistant - 36 hrs/wk, CNA/EMT Eligible

UF Health; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Gainesville, FL seeks a Patient Care Assistant to support Registered Nurses in routine procedures and patient care. The role focuses on advocacy and compassionate assistance within a collaborative team environment.

Minimum qualifications include EMT/Paramedic or CNA with HS diploma and one year of experience, nursing student enrollment or NCLEX-status considerations for current staff. Full-time position, 36 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Licensed EMT or Paramedic or CNA with HS diploma and 1 year patient care preferred.
• Nursing student in an approved program may be considered after coursework.
• Current employees awaiting NCLEX authorization or with prior NCLEX attempt may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist Registered Nurse with routine procedures under supervision.
• Provide nursing support to help deliver patient care and advocacy.
• Maintain a climate of trust and collaboration in patient care.

Education

Licensed EMT or Paramedic

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with HS diploma

Nursing student in approved program

NCLEX-awaiting candidates (new grads)

NCLEX-failed candidates (6 months)

CNAs in CNA training with instructor recommendation

Job description

UF Health in Gainesville, FL seeks a Patient Care Assistant to support Registered Nurses in routine procedures and patient care. The role focuses on advocacy and compassionate assistance within a collaborative team environment.

Minimum qualifications include EMT/Paramedic or CNA with HS diploma and one year of experience, nursing student enrollment or NCLEX-status considerations for current staff. Full-time position, 36 hours per week.