Grand Rapids Patient Care Assistant- PCA Trainee Program

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.