Nursing Assistant - PCU - Per Diem Day

Company: Providence
Location: Eureka
Posted on: April 7, 2026

Job Description:

Description Nursing Assistant - PCU at Providence St. Joseph Hospital in Eureka, CA. This position is Per Diem and will work 12-hour Day shifts. Providence St. Joseph Hospital in Eureka provides outstanding patient care, earning recognition from U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Regional Hospitals in 8 types of care, including heart attack, pneumonia, diabetes, and maternity care. Our hospital's commitment to excellence is also demonstrated through our receipt of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Distinction Specialty Care award for our knee and hip replacement services as well as our elevated level of maternity care. Join our reputable team and be part of a healthcare institution known for its clinical excellence and compassionate care. The Nursing Assistant employs intellectual, interpersonal and technical skills to perform basic patient care. Under the supervision of the Assistant Nurse Manager, Charge Nurse or RN, the Nursing Assistant assists with routine, direct bedside care of patients of various ages as defined by the department scope of service. Such duties include, but are not limited to: personal hygiene, data collection and observation, vital signs, I&O, use of equipment, ADL's, documenting on the medical record, answering call lights, and recognizing and responding to emergency situations. Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our team at St. Joseph Hospital Eureka and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them. Required Qualifications: - Within 30 days of hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association Preferred Qualifications: - Upon hire: Nursing Assistant certification - Acute care or specialty experience. Why Join Providence? Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities. About Providence At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we'll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable. Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits. Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Requsition ID: 423683 Company: Providence Jobs Job Category: Nursing-Patient Facing Job Function: Nursing Job Schedule: Per-Diem Job Shift: Day Career Track: Nursing Department: 7800 PROGRESS CARE Address: CA Eureka 2700 Dolbeer St Work Location: St Joseph Hospital Eureka Workplace Type: On-site Pay Range: $24.38 - $28.64 The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

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