Good Samaritan Medical Center in West Palm Beach, Florida is recruiting a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Patient Care Technician to join the Surgical Institute team at this 333-bed acute care hospital serving Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast. This full-time, day-shift role places you at the center of direct patient care within a technologically advanced surgical environment — including MAKO and Da Vinci robotic surgery platforms — backed by more than a century of community healthcare leadership.
Perks and Benefits
- Sign-on bonus up to $6,000 for qualified candidates, paid over 24 months
- Full-time, day-shift schedule
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- 333-bed acute care hospital serving Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast
- Part of the Palm Beach Health Network with over 100 years of regional healthcare experience
- Surgical Institute setting with access to MAKO robotic and Da Vinci robotic surgical platforms for advanced general surgery procedures
- Commission on Cancer-accredited Cancer Center anchored by a state-of-the-art Breast Center
- CNA/PCT serves as a clinical preceptor to other PCTs, providing a leadership and mentorship dimension to the role
- Cross-training to Unit Associate included, broadening clinical exposure and skill set
- Responsibilities include assisting patients with activities of daily living, providing basic nursing care addressing physical, emotional, and social needs, and maintaining a safe and clean unit environment
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; completion of a Nurse Assistant Course required
- Active Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Minimum of 1 year of CNA experience, or current Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential accepted in lieu
- Florida state licensure/certification eligibility required
About the Community
West Palm Beach sits along Florida's Atlantic coast in Palm Beach County — one of the state's most desirable and livable regions, offering year-round sunshine, world-class beaches, and a vibrant arts and dining scene. The area features highly rated public and private schools, abundant waterfront recreation, and proximity to Miami and Fort Lauderdale, making it an exceptional destination for clinicians seeking both professional opportunity and an enviable quality of life. Cost of living, while higher than Florida's interior, is offset by the absence of state income tax and the region's strong employment market.