Patient Care Assistant Pulse Heart Institute
MultiCare Health System
Puyallup, WA
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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiology, Cardiovascular, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Clinical Assessment, Congestive Heart Failure, Data Collection, Disease Intervention, Documentation, Establish Priorities, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Interpersonal Skills, Leading Edge Technology, Medical Assistance, Needs Assessment, Nursing, Occupational Health, Patient Care, Problem Solving Skills, Registered Nurse (RN), Vascular Surgery
LOCATION
Puyallup, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago
MultiCare's Pulse Heart Institute is a physician led institute with multi-specialty partnership with Cardiothoracic surgery, vascular and cardiovascular service lines. Our team and state-of-the-art programs create a world-class health care organization and the destination center for cardiac, thoracic, and vascular care with complex structural heart disease and interventions, advanced heart failure service as well as advanced imaging with cutting edge technologies.
FTE: .6, Shift: Nights, Schedule: 12 hour shifts rotating weekends
Position Summary
The Patient Care Assistant is an excellent opportunity for supporting comprehensive health care services for patients and families. This role works withing the Occupational Medicine team, assisting RNs and physicians within the scope of nursing practices. For individuals with strong interpersonal skills, this is an ideal opportunity to explore your career in the nursing.
As a PCA at MultiCare, you will collaborate with the entire nursing staff and enjoy daily variety and problem-solving opportunities.
Responsibilities
You will perform patient care as directed by RN/physician
You will provide assistance through dressing changes, data gathering, documentation and vital signs
Partner by implementing your service-oriented attitude, professional integrity, and solid decision-making capacities
You will effectively prioritize and apply organization and flexibility to your work duties
Requirements
Certification as a Nursing Assistant in the State of Washington
Current enrollment in an accredited RN program may replace the certification requirement; For students currently enrolled in an accredited RN program, Registration as a Nurse's Assistant is required
Successfully completed a Basic Life Support (BLS) course for the Healthcare provider and has a current card
Patient care experience (institutional) of one (1) year or more strongly preferred
Why Choose Pulse?
Physician-led care - Led by clinicians who understand patient needs firsthand, ensuring decisions are grounded in expertise and collaboration
Mission-driven - We simplify the complexities of cardiovascular care and put patients at the center of every decision
Proven excellence - Pulse units across MultiCare received the 2025 Chest Pain - MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award - the only facilities in Washington to earn this distinction
People-first culture - We invest in our teams through professional development, supportive leadership and a workplace where caregivers can learn, grow and succeed
Culture of belonging - Every caregiver is valued, supported and included - belonging is the foundation of how we work and grow
Pacific Northwest lifestyle - Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $22.67 - $33.66 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.
Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
MultiCare is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V
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