Trinity Health·Shelby, Michigan
Deliver excellent patient care under the direction of an RN, focusing on hygiene and activities of daily living. Responsibilities include responding to call lights, transporting patients, and maintaining a clean patient environment.
Patient Care Assistant, PCA works in a collaborative environment to deliver excellent patient care under the direction of a RN. A Patient Care Assistant, PCA is expected to assist the patient in maintaining good hygiene, activities of daily living and to support quality of patient care. What Patient Care Assistant, PCA will do: Respond to patient call lights for assistance or by rounding. 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. Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift
High School diploma or equivalent Certified Nursing Assistant or 6 months of experience direct Patient Care Assistant or Nurse Tech, or completion of at least 1 clinical rotation in Nursing School, or enrollment in the Trinity Health Muskegon PCA program. 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. Position Highlights and Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage available on your first day 403b with employer match Tuition Reimbursement 100% paid CEU Paid Time Off Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Requires a high school diploma and either a CNA certification, 6 months of direct PCA experience, or nursing school clinical rotation. Strong written and oral communication skills are essential.
Market context
In Michigan, nursing roles often show steady demand across hospitals, clinics, long-term care, and home health settings. These positions can be competitive because employers may prioritize licensure readiness, BLS timing, and flexibility for shift-based care. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits from the original posting to save research time, and confirm you can meet the High School Diploma or GED requirement and obtain BLS within 90 days before applying.