Patient Care Assistant - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit PACU

Trinity Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a part-time Patient Care Assistant to join a Magnet designated facility in Michigan. You will respond to call lights, take vital signs, assist with hygiene, and transport patients as needed.

The role emphasizes teamwork with RNs and delivering compassionate, standards-based care. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, CNA/Nurse Tech experience or clinical nursing exposure, and BCLS certification.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Nursing Assistant or Nurse Technician experience in acute care (6 months) or completion of clinical nursing semester or MHSM PCA training upon hire.
• BCLS certification obtained within one week of hire.
• Well developed communication skills, both written and oral.
• Able to communicate with diverse groups.
• Articulates commitment to the organization’s philosophy, values, mission and vision.
• Delivers patient care per standards in collaboration with the RN.

Responsibilities

• Respond to patient call lights for assistance or by rounding.
• Obtaining vital signs from patient.
• Provide or assist patients with personal hygiene including showers, oral hygiene and dressing/undressing.
• Transports patients as needed for procedures, transfers or discharge.
• Maintains a clean and uncluttered environment in patient rooms.
• Observes patient’s condition and progress toward outcomes, in collaboration with the RN.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal communication

BCLS certification

Positive attitude

Commitment to mission

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Rotating Shift

Shift Description

• Respond to patient call lights for assistance or by rounding
• Obtaining vital signs from patient
• Provide or assist patients with personal hygiene including showers, oral hygiene and dressing/undressing
• Transports patients as needed for procedures, transfers or discharge
• Maintains a clean and uncluttered environment in patient rooms
• Observes patient’s condition and progress (or lack of progress) toward defined outcomes, in collaboration with the RN.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• One of the following: Certified Nursing Assistant, 6 months experience as a Patient Care Assistant or Nurse Technician in an acute care setting, completion of 1 clinical semester in nursing school, or completion of the MHSM PCA training program upon hire.
• BCLS certification obtained within one week of hire.
• Well developed communication skills, both written and oral
• Able to communicate effectively with individuals and groups representing divers perspectives
• Articulates and demonstrates commitment to the philosophy, values, mission and vision of the organization
• Delivers patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, and policies and procedures in collaboration with the RN.

Highlights

• Magnet designated facility with active shared decision making councils.
• We continuously strive to improve outcomes and provide exceptional experiences for our patients, staff, and community

Comprehensive benefit packages available including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B and education assistance

We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings.

By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services.

Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org.

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