Compassionate Patient Care Assistant | Clinical Support

UC Health (Cincinnati); Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Health (Cincinnati) is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support nursing teams in providing high‑quality, culturally sensitive care. You will assist with ADLs, monitor vitals, communicate patient needs, and help maintain a safe patient environment.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED and STNA certification. Prior hospital experience is valued; a collaborative, team‑oriented approach is essential for delivering excellent patient care across units.

Qualifications

• Provide patient care in a culturally-based and age-specific manner.
• Measure vital signs and document observations and data.
• Assist with activities of daily living and mobility tasks.
• Follow safety protocols and standard precautions at all times.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and the care team.

Responsibilities

• Performs essential patient care tasks in a hospital setting.
• Assists with ADLs, hygiene, positioning, transfers and ROM.
• Performs specimen collection (urine, sputum) as directed.
• Monitors and reports patient status to the RN in a timely manner.
• Operates and maintains patient care equipment and safety measures.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Communication

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

STNA certification

Job description

UC Health (Cincinnati) is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support nursing teams in providing high‑quality, culturally sensitive care. You will assist with ADLs, monitor vitals, communicate patient needs, and help maintain a safe patient environment.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED and STNA certification. Prior hospital experience is valued; a collaborative, team‑oriented approach is essential for delivering excellent patient care across units.