Patient Care Assistant Med Surg

Trinity Health; Chelsea (MI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Patient Care Assistant at Chelsea Hospital. You'll provide essential patient care under the guidance of registered nurses, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. Enjoy competitive pay, immediate benefits, and opportunities for growth in a recognized workplace committed to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO

Life Insurance

Short and Long-term Disability

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Tuition Reimbursement

DAILYPAY

Qualifications

• Direct patient care under a registered nurse's direction.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs).

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe patient care environment.
• Record patient information and required data.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

12 Hour Night Shift

Description:

Patient Care Assistant

Department: Courtyard East – this unit at Chelsea hospital cares for Medical-Surgical patients as well as chronic head pain patient populations. Courtyard East is a 41 bed unit specializing in surgical post-operative care, telemetry, stroke, chronic pain management and patient education.

Location: Chelsea, MI hospital

Pay: $16.00-$19.49 per hour based upon applicable on the job patient care experience + shift premiums when working afternoons, overnights and weekend shifts

Why Join Us?

• AWARD WINNING WORKPLACE! The Chelsea hospital is ranked among Newsweek’s best hospitals in the state of Michigan for 2025! Chelsea Hospital is nationally recognized for both quality of care and patient satisfaction and was named a Fortune/PINC 100 Top Hospital in 2023 and a Top Community Hospital by Becker’s Healthcare Review
• Join an organization that is committed to the principle that health care is a basic human right and that all Americans should have access to high-quality, comprehensive health care
• Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY
• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
• Tuition Reimbursement

Position Purpose:

The PCA, under the direction of a registered nurse, is responsible for direct patient care considering age specific, developmental, cultural and spiritual needs. They assist in establishing and maintaining a patient care environment that is clean, safe and conducive to patient/family wellbeing including concepts of relationship-based care.

Training is provided to prepare our colleagues for success. The PCA assists patient in completing ADLs including: Bathing, showering, toileting, positioning, turning, transferring, ambulation using assistive devices and with feeding and menu selection. They are responsible to record patient information and required data in appropriate areas in order to meet documentation requirements.

Shifts Available: Night Shift - 7pm-7:30am

Status Available: Full time and part time, benefit eligible (72 or 48 hours per pay period – every two weeks)

Every other weekend and holiday rotation required

Required Qualifications

· High school diploma, GED, or a minimum of 18 years of age.

· Recent experience desired.

Visit www.trinityhealthmichigan.org/careers to learn more about the benefits, culture and career development opportunities available to you at Trinity Health Michigan.

About the Chelsea Hospital

Chelsea Hospital is a 103-bed, not-for-profit hospital established in 1970 leading the way in patient safety in satisfaction. Located in Chelsea, Michigan, Chelsea Hospital is a joint venture between Trinity Health and University of Michigan Health. These two award-winning health systems bring new services to Chelsea, while sharing resources, best practices and more to drive innovation and a higher level of care.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.