Patient Care Assistant — Full-Time 7a–7p (Team‑Oriented)

UF Health Shands Homecare; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health Shands Homecare is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role emphasizes delivering safe, patient-centered care while maintaining a clean, orderly environment.

The PCA supports the healthcare team, applying basic medical terminology and standard precautions, with proficiency in English. Requires High School Diploma or GED and BLS, CPI training within designated timelines.

Qualifications

• Works effectively in a healthcare team and communicates professionally.
• Learns and applies hospital computer technologies and procedures impacting patient care delivery.
• Has knowledge of basic medical terminology and standard precautions; able to read/write in English.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care and supportive services under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Delivers safe, effective, patient-centered care.
• Maintains a clean, orderly environment and adheres to service excellence behaviors.

Skills

Teamwork

Medical terminology

English literacy

Hospital IT systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

UF Health Shands Homecare is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role emphasizes delivering safe, patient-centered care while maintaining a clean, orderly environment.

The PCA supports the healthcare team, applying basic medical terminology and standard precautions, with proficiency in English. Requires High School Diploma or GED and BLS, CPI training within designated timelines.