PCA/ Nurse Assistant - Observation - Encinitas - Nights
Scripps Health
Summary
This is a benefit-eligible, full-time position (72 hours every two weeks), working 12-hour night shifts (6:30pm - 7:00am) on various days and located at Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas in the Observation Unit.
Job description
The Outpatient Observation Unit is a 20-bed hospital-based outpatient unit located on the first floor of the Acute Care Building at Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas. The department provides care for outpatient observation and extended recovery patients requiring less than 24 hours of care. Patients may be admitted from the Emergency Department, direct physician observation admissions, or post-procedural/post-operative recovery. The unit cares for a variety of telemetry, medical, and procedural patients in a fast-paced environment focused on safe, efficient, and patient-centered care.
We are seeking patient-centered individuals who are hardworking, efficient, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate brings a positive attitude, strong teamwork and communication skills, and the ability to adapt quickly while maintaining a high level of care and attention to detail.
The general duties of the Patient Care Assistant include:
- 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
Requirements
- One year of recent experience working under the license of a licensed healthcare provider OR current enrollment or completion of Nursing Assistant training from a recognized school OR current 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
- American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Provider
- CNA certification preferred
- Multiple patient care skills preferred
- Preferred one-year acute care experience
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Professional development programs
- Transitional programs
Company overview
Scripps Health is a prominent nonprofit healthcare system based in San Diego, California, recognized as one of the region's largest and most comprehensive medical providers. Founded in 1924, the organization operates five acute-care hospital campuses across San Diego County, along with numerous outpatient clinics, urgent care centers, and affiliated physician groups. Scripps is renowned for its clinical excellence, consistently ranking among the nation's top hospitals in various specialties including cardiology, orthopedics, and cancer care. The system maintains strong affiliations with leading academic institutions and operates the Scripps Research Translational Institute, which focuses on genomic medicine and personalized healthcare. As a community-focused organization, Scripps Health provides a full continuum of care from primary and preventive services to complex specialty treatments and emergency care, serving over 700,000 patients annually. The system is also a major teaching institution with residency and fellowship programs across multiple medical specialties.