Patient Care Associate - CNA - MedSurg

Boulder Community Health; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

BCH paid Life Insurance; Spouse and/​0

Spouse and Dependent Life Insurance

Short-term and Long-term disability

Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and

Retirement plan with BCH matching and

Paid Time Off

Education assistance program

Voluntary Wellness programs (biomatics

Staff Support Initiatives (Sound Baths

Free retirement planning sessions

Employee Assistance Program: 8 free, 0

Job summary

Boulder Community Health in Boulder, CO is hiring a Patient Care Associate / Certified Nursing Assistant for the MedSurg unit. The role is full-time with 36 hours per week, 12-hour day shifts from 06:15 to 18:15, including weekend shifts with a $2.50/hr weekend differential.

The job involves direct patient care under RN supervision, taking vital signs, ADLs, and mobility assistance, in a not-for-profit health system serving the Boulder County community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• CNA certification or equivalent preferred (EMT, MA, Military Medic or nursing core classes)
• BLS certification required within conditional period.

Responsibilities

• Takes vital signs accurately and reports to appropriate staff in a timely manner.
• Answers patient call lights and performs appropriate follow-up.
• Performs morning and evening ADLs (oral care, bathing, etc.).
• Assists staff with repositioning and patient mobility.
• Independently mobilizes patients.
• Empties foley catheters, urinals, bedpans, commodes, urine hats and drains.
• Assists in preparation of patient rooms and admission and transfers.
• Follows patient fluid restrictions and calorie count orders as delegated by nurse.
• Assists staff with repositioning and patient mobility.
• Ensures patients receive correct meal selections in accordance with provider orders.

Education

CNA certification

BLS certification

Job description

Full-time , Days - 12 hour shifts , 0615-1815

Posted 08/25/2026

Patient Care Associate – Certified Nursing Assistant - MedSurg

Boulder Community Health, Boulder, CO 80303

$19.29- $26.90an hour- Fulltime, 36hours per week - Days +$2.50/hr for weekend shifts

Boulder Community Health is seeking a Patient Care Associate / Certified Nursing Assistant for our MedSurg, where you will serve as a dedicated patient caregiver. Within our care delivery system, the PCA/CNA performs duties that assist the caregivers and promotes effective departmental functioning. Direct patient care functions are under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN).

Benefits:

• Health insurance, including a FREE employee only option
• Dental and Vision insurance
• BCH paid Life Insurance; Spouse and Dependent Life Insurance plans
• Short-term and Long-term disability coverage
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement plan with BCH matching contributions, and discretionary lump sum contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Education assistance program
• Voluntary Wellness programs, to include biometrics, wellness team challenges, and much more
• Staff Support Initiatives such as Sound Baths, Meditation, Massages, and Reiki
• Free one-on-one retirement planning sessions
• Employee Assistance Program offering 8 free, confidential counseling sessions for you and your family

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• CNA certification or equivalent certification is preferred. Equivalent certifications include: EMT, MA, Military Medic or completion of 1st year of nursing core classes (not prerequisites for nursing school).
• BLS certification required within conditional period.

Responsibilities

• Takes vital signs accurately and timely and reports to appropriate staff in a timely manner.
• Answers patient call lights and performs appropriate follow-up in a timely manner.
• Performs morning and evening ADLs (oral care, bathing, etc.).
• Assists staff with repositioning and patient mobility.
• Independently mobilizes patients.
• Empties foley catheters, urinals, bedpans, commodes, urine hats and drains
• Assists in preparation of patient rooms and admission and transfers.
• Follows patient fluid restrictions and calorie count orders as delegated by nurse.
• Assists staff with repositioning and patient mobility
• Assures patients receive correct meal selections in accordance with provider orders

About Boulder Community Health and Boulder, Colorado

Boulder Community Health (BCH) is a not-for-profit healthcare organization based in Boulder, Colorado, serving the Boulder County community. Our flagship facility, Boulder Community Hospital, along with several other locations, provides comprehensive care, including acute care, emergency services, psychiatric care, and outpatient services. BCH offers a wide range of specialties, including cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, maternity, and mental health care, with a strong emphasis on patient-centered, high-quality care. We are dedicated to improving community health through advanced medical technology, evidence-based practices, wellness programs, and community outreach initiatives. BCH maintains strong partnerships with local physicians and supports public health efforts to promote healthy lifestyles and address health disparities. As a Certified Level II Trauma Center, Boulder Community Hospital provides expert emergency care for serious and complex injuries while delivering comprehensive services across the full continuum of care.

EOE/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace.

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