Technician-Unit Support- Full Time Nights- Adult Surgical Step-down Unit - West

Join Our Team As a Patient Care Assistant (PCA), you will work closely with nurses and other healthcare professionals to provide compassionate, high-quality patient care and support patients throughout their hospital stay. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy teamwork, staying active, and making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.

About Med Surg 2 Med Surg 2 is a fast-paced medical-surgical inpatient unit specializing in the care of adult patients who are preparing for or recovering from surgical procedures. Our patient population primarily includes orthopedic, urology, OB/GYN, and general surgery patients, while also caring for medical patients with infections, wounds, dementia, mental health crises, and chronic health conditions.

Our mission is to provide safe, high-quality care that supports patients in achieving a smooth recovery and returning to their baseline level of health. Position Responsibilities As a PCA, you will: Partner with nurses and other healthcare team members to deliver exceptional patient care. Assist patients with activities of daily living, including mobility, bathing, grooming, and toileting.

Obtain and report vital signs and other patient observations. Perform phlebotomy and other approved patient care tasks. Support patient safety initiatives and infection prevention practices. Document patient care activities accurately and timely. Collaborate with RNs, LPNs, Charge Nurses, and Unit Secretaries to ensure excellent patient outcomes.

Monitor patient responses to interventions and communicate concerns to the healthcare team. Schedule & Work Expectations Shift Options Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM Night Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:30 AM Employment Status Full-Time: Three (3) 12-hour shifts per week Part-Time: Two (2) 12-hour shifts per week Additional Requirements Every third weekend rotation Holiday rotation Self-scheduling, with schedule preferences considered while balancing overall unit staffing needs Consistent availability required; reduced hours or PRN scheduling accommodations are not available at this time Qualifications Required High School Diploma or GED is required.

CPR is required through quarterly RQI training. Requires previous comparable acute patient care experience Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies. Requires basic knowledge of medical terminology. Requires knowledge of procedures and standards related to patient care activities.

Requires knowledge of principles of infection control. Requires basic computer skills. Why Join Med Surg 2? Work alongside RNs, LPNs, Charge Nurses, and Unit Secretaries. Gain experience caring for a diverse surgical and medical patient population. Build clinical skills in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Make a direct impact on patient recovery and hospital experience.

Join a unit built on TEAM!