PCA/ Nurse Assistant - Medical/Oncology - La Jolla - Nights

Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla has served the greater San Diego community since 1924. For more than a century, we continue to provide distinguished care, including several nationally ranked specialty programs. Scripps La Jolla was the first in San Diego to be designated a Magnet Hospital by the American Nursing Association.Scripps La Jolla shares a campus with the Barbey Family Emergency and Trauma Center, a Level I Trauma Center, and the renowned Prebys Cardiovascular Institute. We’re also home to notable specialty programs, including cancer care, heart surgery, orthopedic surgery, labor and delivery services (including a Level III neonatal intensive care unit) and a nationally designated Comprehensive Stroke Center.This is a Full-Time (72 hours per pay period, every 2 weeks) with a 12-hour NIGHT shift, on variable days of the week including holidays and weekends.Located at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.Join the Scripps Health team and work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare. Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide.Why join Scripps Health?Award-winning WorkplaceFortune Best Workplaces in Health Care 20232023 PEOPLE Companies that CareFortune 100 Best Companies to Work for 2023Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.Established in 1924 by Ellen Browning Scripps, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla has been one of Southern California’s premier medical centers for more than 90 years. Scripps La Jolla was ranked No. 1 by U.S. News and World Report U.S. News for the San Diego region and among the best in the nation in eight specialties.We invite you to join our highly engaged Medical/Oncology Acute team of Patient Care Assistant’s and be a key member of an outstanding clinical care team.The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) provides excellent service to patients as a key member of the clinical care team.Assists patients with personal needs and activities of daily living, collects data, and ensures the patient has a safe, organized environment.Assists with patient care within the scope permitted and under the direction of a clinician.Supports the unit with a variety of patient logistic, clerical, equipment/supply, and charge reconciliation duties. Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/CertificationCNA certificationOne-year patient related experience preferredRequired Education/Experience/Specialized SkillsOne year of recent experience working under the license of a licensed healthcare provider ORCurrent enrollment or completion of Nursing Assistant training from a recognized school ORCurrent enrollment in an RN program with completion of the second semester, including nursing fundamentals.Must be able to speak, read and follow instruction in English.Excellent interpersonal skills with a service aptitude.Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providerAt Scripps Health, you will experience the pride, support and respect of an organization that has been repeatedly recognized as one of the nation’s Top 100 Places to Work.You’ll be surrounded by people committed to making a difference in the lives of their patients and their teammates. So if you’re open to change, go ahead and unlock your potential.Position Pay Range: $25.48-$30.89/hour