Job Summary
The Patient Care Assistant delivers direct, respectful care that recognizes each patient’s cultural needs. The role supports patients with everyday activities, checks and records vital signs, and assists with clinical procedures. The assistant also helps maintain a clean, safe care environment and promptly shares patient observations with the registered nurse.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living while providing culturally sensitive care.
- Monitor and report vital signs and other relevant patient observations to the registered nurse.
- Support clinical procedures as needed.
- Help keep patient areas clean and safe.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Current STNA certification, completion of a clinical rotation, or completion of the PCA Novice Program.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
UC Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
