Patient Care Assistant (PCA) - Med Surg

North Alabama Medical Center
Patient Care Assistant (PCA) – Med Surg
Job Type: Full Time | Nights
Schedule: 3 x 12-Hour Shifts; 6:45pm-7:15am & every other weekend, with self-scheduling & rotating holiday coverage.
Your experience matters
North Alabama Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More about our team
Our 31-bed Cardiac Unit provides specialized, high-acuity care for patients experiencing acute coronary syndrome, heart failure, and complex arrhythmias. The team manages patients throughout the continuum of care, including pre- and post–cardiac catheterization procedures, and administers and monitors cardiac drips. This fast-paced unit offers a collaborative environment where clinicians build strong cardiac care expertise while delivering safe, evidence-based, patient-centered care.
How you'll contribute
A Patient Care Assistant (PCA) who excels in this role:
Performs basic patient care as delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possible blood glucose measurements, and accurate intake/output recording.
Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).
Observes and promptly reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.
Maintains clean, safe, and well-stocked patient rooms and common areas.
Manages the tech desk and supports nursing/physician staff and overall department throughput.
Documents care and activities per unit standards.
Performs other duties as assigned; participates in performance improvement and required education.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What we're looking for
Applicants should have a High School Diploma (or equivalent). Additional requirements include:
PCA/DCA , SRNA, or EMT Experience preferred but not required
Current BLS certification, can be obtained after hire
Handle with Care preferred
Looking for candidates who are eager to learn and motivated to work in a critical care environment.
More about North Alabama Shoals Hospital
North Alabama Medical Center is a 263 bed facility that offers the community’s only open heart surgery site, a complete line of women’s and

Skills
Patient Care

Work arrangement
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