PCA/ Nurse Assistant - Surgical Acute - Chula Vista

Scripps Health; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Scripps Health in Chula Vista, CA is hiring a Patient Care Assistant for a full-time, 12-hour night shift schedule, including weekends and holidays. You will join a dedicated clinical care team focused on delivering compassionate patient support.

In this role you will assist with daily living activities, data collection, and ensure a safe, organized environment, under the direction of a clinician. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career development.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent service to patients as a key member of the clinical care team.
• Assist patients with personal needs and activities of daily living, collects data, and ensures the patient has a safe, organized environment.
• Assist with patient care within the scope permitted and under the direction of a clinician.
• Support the unit with a variety of patient logistic, clerical, equipment/supply, and charge reconciliation duties.

Job description

This is a Full-Time position (72 hours per pay period), with a 12-hour NIGHT shift schedule that includes weekends and holidays. You will enjoy comprehensive benefits that cover health & wellness, career development, and retirement options among other benefits.

At Scripps Health, you will experience the pride, support, and respect that has been repeatedly recognized as one of the nation’s Top 100 Places to Work. Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista is located in the county’s fastest-growing community with the utmost care and consideration.

You will thrive in an environment where team members are engaged and committed to providing excellent care andmaking a difference in the lives of their patients and their teammates So, if you’re open to change, go ahead and unlock your potential.

Why join Scripps Health?

At Scripps Health, your ambition is empowered and your abilities are appreciated:

• Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.


• Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2025.


• Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications.


• Becker's Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2026 list of 150 top places to work in health care.


• We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career.


• Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology.

As a Patient Care Assistant, you will;

• Provide excellent service to patients as a key member of the clinical care team.


• Assist patients with personal needs and activities of daily living, collects data, and ensures the patient has a safe, organized environment.


• Assist with patient care within the scope permitted and under the direction of a clinician.


• Support the unit with a variety of patient logistic, clerical, equipment/supply, and charge reconciliation duties.