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Strong fit if you want hands-on bedside support on nights in a large academic health system, not remote work. Best for reliable, calm caregivers who prefer structured hospital routines over independent clinical decision-making.
As a part-time night Patient Care Assistant on the Observation Unit, you support short-stay patients under nursing direction: vital signs, ADLs, mobility, toileting, intake/output, room readiness, and timely escalation of changes. Nights mean quieter halls, handoffs with evening/day teams, and steady monitoring while patients wait for discharge, admission, or further orders within Penn Medicine’s Lancaster-area setting.
Focus on safe patient handling, vital-sign accuracy, infection control, and clear SBAR-style updates to RNs. Night-shift stamina, calm de-escalation, and comfort with observation-unit turnover matter more than formal certs for this listing.
No. The listing is on-site in Bausman, Lancaster County (remote flag is off).
Short-stay patients needing monitoring before discharge or inpatient admission; PCAs support ADLs, vitals, and nursing workflows.
Penn Medicine’s system includes Lancaster General Hospital among other UPHS hospitals—see the UPHS overview.
Website: pennmedicine.org
The University of Pennsylvania Health System (UPHS) is a major multi-hospital health system headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. UPHS and the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania together comprise Penn Medicine, a clinical and research entity of the University of Pennsylvania. UPHS hospitals include the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Pennsylvania Hospital, Chester County Hospital, Lancaster General Hospital, Princeton Medical Center, and Doylestown Hospital.
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Join Penn Medicine's Observation Unit team in Bausman, Lancaster County as a part-time Patient Care Assistant for night shifts. Help us deliver compassionate, attentive care to patients during a critical period of their healthcare journey. About the Role As a Patient Care Assistant in our Observation Unit, you'll support our nursing team by providing direct patient care and comfort. Observation Unit patients are typically monitored for short-term assessment and management, requiring vigilant, responsive support during night hours. This part-time position offers a meaningful opportunity to make a difference during critical moments in patient recovery. What You'll Do Respond promptly to patient requests and needs, ensuring comfort and safety Assist nursing staff with essential patient care activities including hygiene, feeding, and mobility assistance Monitor patients for changes in condition and report observations to nursing staff Help with vital signs monitoring and patient documentation under supervision Support admissions and discharge processes Maintain clean, safe patient environments and assist with equipment Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams What We're Looking For High school diploma or GED Ability and willingness to work night shifts reliably Physical capability to assist patients safely Strong communication and compassionate patient-care skills Prior patient care experience preferred (nursing homes, home health, or clinical settings) CPR certification or willingness to obtain certification Team-oriented mindset with attention to detail About Penn Medicine Penn Medicine is a world-leading academic medical center committed to providing exceptional patient care, advancing medical research, and educating the next generation of healthcare professionals. We foster a collaborative environment where clinical expertise, innovation, and compassionate care converge every day. How to Apply To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.
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