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Part time

Shift:

Night Shift

Description:

Posting

Trinity Health Saint Mary's, Grand Rapids, 3 Lacks is a 32 all private bed acute care unit that serves patients that are 65 & older. A high acuity adaptable unit; regularly have patients who are on telemetry, cardiac drips, high-flow oxygen; bi-pap; etc. Patient Care Assistant, PCA works in a collaborative environment to deliver excellent patient care under the direction of a RN. A Patient Care Assistant, PCA is expected to assist the patient in maintaining good hygiene, activities of daily living and to support quality of patient care.

Full & Part time positions available.

Our employee referral program bonus for this role is $500 for referring part time candidates and $750 for referring full time candidates.

What Patient Care Assistant, PCAwill do:

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.

What Patient Care Assistant, PCAwill need:

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 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.

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