Patient Care Assistant (PCA) - Medical/Surgical (Med/Surg)

SAE HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

SAE HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham, IL seeks a Patient Care Assistant to join the Medical/Surgical Unit. Part-time, 36 hours per pay period with weekend rotation, providing nursing support in a fast-paced environment with varying acuities.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, 1 year of acute care experience, and CNA/PCT certification preferred; BLS is required within 30 days of hire. This role supports patient care and teamwork across shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1 year of acute care experience preferred.
• CNA or PCT certification preferred.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing support in the Medical/Surgical unit.
• Assist with activities of daily living for patients.
• Support patient comfort and safety and monitor for changes in condition.
• Collaborate with the care team to coordinate patient care.

Skills

Patient care

Compassionate service

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA or PCT certification

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Pay

Pay Range: $17.50 - $24.50 A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.

Position Details

HSHS is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to join our Medical/Surgical (Med Surg) Unit. Ideal candidates are patient focused, mission driven caregivers looking for an opportunity to apply clinical knowledge in a fast-paced environment with various acuities.

Department: Medical Surgical Unit

Core Function: Nursing Support

Schedule: Part Time, 36 hours per pay period, weekend rotation

Facility: St. Anthony's Hospital

Location: Effingham, IL

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED is preferred.
• 1 year of experience in acute care setting is preferred.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations

• CNA (Certified Nurse Assistant) or PCT (Patient Care Technician) certification in state of practice is preferred.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) is required within 30 days upon hire.

Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 18

Benefits

• Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.
• Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.
• Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
• Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.
• Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!
• Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!

Equal Employment Opportunity

HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

HSHS requires COVID-19 vaccines or an approved medical or religious exemption for all colleagues. This does not apply to positions that are classified as 100% remote.

About Us

Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.

Imagine an organization where you’re empowered to care for all who need assistance, regardless of means. To provide quality, patient-centered, holistic care—and build caring relationships. To master innovations that make a profound difference within our halls, throughout our communities, and into the future. All of these aspirations are within your reach at Hospital Sisters Health System, a multi-institutional health care system serving communities throughout Illinois and Wisconsin.

Become part of our team in a wide array of areas and enjoy an experience beyond belief.