Associate Patient Care | North Preop PACU | Variable | Full time
UF Health·Jacksonville, Florida
UF Health·Jacksonville, Florida
The Patient Care Assistant provides direct patient care and supportive services under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. They assist in delivering safe, patient-centered care while maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
Full time 36 hours/week | Variable | Mon-Fri The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) provides direct patient care and supportive services under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). The PCA assists in delivering safe, effective, patient-centered care while ensuring a clean, orderly environment and demonstrating service excellence behaviors to promote patient and family satisfaction.
Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and possess Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. The role requires less than one year of experience and the ability to communicate professionally within a healthcare team.
Market context
In Florida, nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospice, hospital, and other care settings, especially for RNs who can work independently and adapt to varied patient needs. These positions are competitive because employers often look for current RN licensure, at least one year of experience, active BLS certification, and reliable transportation, while benefits commonly include health insurance, professional development, and a supportive work environment. Before applying, confirm your license, BLS status, and driving readiness, and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full original posting.
