Patient Care Assistant - Pulse
Patient Care AssistantMultiCare's Pulse Heart Institute is a physician led institute with multi-specialty partnership with cardiothoracic surgery, vascular and cardiovascular service lines. Our team and state-of-the-art programs create a world-class health care organization and the destination center for cardiac, thoracic, and vascular care with complex structural heart disease and interventions, advanced heart failure service as well as advanced imaging with cutting edge technologies.FTE:.75, Shift: Nights, Schedule: 12 hour shifts rotating weekendsPosition SummaryThe Patient Care Assistant is an excellent opportunity for supporting comprehensive health care services for patients and families. This role works within the Occupational Medicine team, assisting RNs and physicians within the scope of nursing practices. For individuals with strong interpersonal skills, this is an ideal opportunity to explore your career in the nursing. As a PCA at MultiCare, you will collaborate with the entire nursing staff and enjoy daily variety and problem-solving opportunities.ResponsibilitiesPerform patient care as directed by RN/physicianProvide assistance through dressing changes, data gathering, documentation and vital signsPartner by implementing your service-oriented attitude, professional integrity, and solid decision-making capacitiesEffectively prioritize and apply organization and flexibility to your work dutiesRequirementsCertification as a Nursing Assistant in the State of WashingtonCurrent enrollment in an accredited RN program may replace the certification requirement; For students currently enrolled in an accredited RN program, Registration as a Nurse's Assistant is requiredSuccessfully completed a Basic Life Support (BLS) course for the Healthcare provider and has a current cardPatient care experience (institutional) of one (1) year or more strongly preferredWhy Pulse Heart Institute?Physician-led careProven excellenceComprehensive cardiovascular carePeople-first cultureWell-being and supportPacific Northwest lifestylePay and Benefit ExpectationsWe provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $22.67 - $33.66 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.