Patient Care Assistant (PCA) - Inpatient Services

Company Overview

Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.

With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Please click here to learn more about our locations.

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Job Description

Shriners Children's Chicago has an opportunity for a Part-Time Patient Care Assistant in our Inpatient Unit.  Join a team of professionals committed to improving children's lives. Our top healthcare professionals excel in their practices and provide compassionate, family-centered care to children who need it most. 

Hours:  This part-time position is 48 hours bi-weekly (0.6 FTE) and the hours are 6:00 am - 2:30 pm with an every other weekend rotation and holiday rotation.  

Key Responsibilities:

• The Patient Care Assistant assists in the delivery of patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. 

• The PCA provides direct patient care and performs routine tasks as assigned. 

• Must consistently demonstrate caring and appropriate behavior when interacting with patients and families. 

• Assists with wound and skin care, keeps unit and work areas stocked, and provides delegated nursing care activities as appropriate.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma / GED

• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification from American Heart Association

• One year of pediatric experience

The pay range for this position is $18.65 - $27.98.


Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.