Grand Rapids Patient Care Assistant- PCA Trainee Program

Employment Type:

Shift:

Description:

Full and Part-time positions available on our following units:

Birth Center/Mother Baby

Cardiac and Renal

Emergency Department

Heart and Vascular

ICU – Intensive Care Unit

Neurology

Oncology Bariatrics

Ortho Trauma

PMU Psych Med Unit

Procedural Services/PACU

Senior Adult Unit/Geriatrics

Staffing Center/Float Pool

No Experience Needed, with Full & Part Time Positions.

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

The PCA Trainee Program Description:        

• The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) Training Program is a 3 Day, work-based learning experience that prepares individuals for a nursing support role and a nursing career pathway.
• This is a great opportunity for individuals who want to take a CNA course and not had the ability to due to schedules, financial investment, etc. No experience required.The program combines onsite classroom instruction, hands-on practice and on-the-job training.

What Patient Care Assistant, PCA will 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 Trainee will need:  

• High School diploma or equivalent 
• 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.