Patient Care Assistant — Float Pool (Day/Night)

UCHealth; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Health, dental, vision insurance

PTO and paid leave

Job summary

UCHealth in Aurora, CO is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) - Nurse Aide to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a nurse or healthcare provider. You will gather vital signs, assist with daily living activities, and help keep the care area stocked and orderly.

The position is onsite with day and night rotation; training and supportive team environment are provided, along with opportunities for growth and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Direct care includes gathering vital signs and measuring intake/output.
• Assists patients with personal care, activities of daily living and progressive mobility.
• Keeps care area stocked, cleaned and orderly.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under the delegation and/or supervision of a nurse / healthcare provider.
• Prioritizes wellness and patient perspectives.
• Models proficiency through precepting those new to healthcare and/or UCHealth.
• Effectively partners with specialized ancillary team members.
• Welcomes new knowledge in a fast paced, innovative clinical environment.
• Contributes to solutions to secure safety and quality at the point of care.

Skills

Direct patient care

Vital signs

BLS within 30 days

Job description

UCHealth in Aurora, CO is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) - Nurse Aide to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a nurse or healthcare provider. You will gather vital signs, assist with daily living activities, and help keep the care area stocked and orderly.

The position is onsite with day and night rotation; training and supportive team environment are provided, along with opportunities for growth and comprehensive benefits.