Patient Care Assistant - Full-Time Night Shift Job at Nexus Health Systems, Spring, Montgomery County, TX

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  • Nexus Health Systems
  • Spring, Montgomery County, TX

Job Description

Nexus Children's Hospital

At Nexus Children's Hospital, we bridge medical and behavioral health care so that no child falls through the cracks. Our programs serve children and adolescents with complex medical, developmental, and psychiatric needs—providing compassionate, holistic care that promotes healing and independence.

We help young patients recover from significant medical or behavioral challenges, equipping them with the tools and confidence to reach new milestones and thrive beyond hospitalization. Every day, our mission is to restore hope, growth, and meaning in the lives of our patients and their families.

Position Summary

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) plays a vital role in supporting children and adolescents with medical and behavioral health needs. Working under the supervision of licensed nurses, the PCA provides daily care, emotional support, and structure within a safe, therapeutic environment. This position is ideal for individuals who are compassionate, patient, and passionate about helping young people heal and grow.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide direct care and supervision for pediatric patients, assisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, feeding, transfers, and grooming.
  • Observe, monitor, and accurately document patients' behavior, affect, participation, and vital signs.
  • Foster a safe, structured, and nurturing environment consistent with trauma-informed care practices.
  • Support therapeutic and educational programming, recreational activities, and behavioral interventions.
  • Assist in the implementation of individualized care and behavioral support plans under clinical direction.
  • Respond to patient crises using approved de-escalation and intervention techniques to ensure safety.
  • Collaborate closely with nurses, therapists, pediatricians, psychiatrists, and behavioral specialists to ensure integrated and compassionate care.
Licensure & Certifications
  • De-escalation Training – required within 30 days of hire
  • CPR / BLS Certification – required
Our Core Values: GOPTIC

At Nexus, GOPTIC is more than a slogan—it's the heart of how we care for children and families.

  • Genuine – We act with honesty, integrity, and empathy in all interactions.
  • Ownership – We take responsibility for our actions and celebrate our shared success.
  • Positivity – We create a hopeful and encouraging environment for every child and family.
  • Teamwork – We work together across disciplines to achieve the best outcomes.
  • Innovation – We constantly seek better, more creative ways to support healing and growth.
  • Compassion – We put our patients first, leading with kindness and understanding.
Before You Apply

Ask yourself:

  1. Have you worked with children or adolescents who have medical or psychiatric needs?
  2. Can you commit to 12-hour shifts?
  3. Are you flexible to work days, nights, or weekends?
  4. Are you passionate about helping young patients achieve recovery and independence?
  5. Do you live the GOPTIC values every day?

If your answer is YES to all five questions, we invite you to apply today and join our mission to change children's lives for the better.

Job Tags

Full time, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work

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