Compassionate Patient Care Assistant — Grow & Impact

UC Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Health in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to provide fundamental direct patient care under the supervision of licensed clinicians. The PCA will maintain a clean, safe environment and support patient needs across shifts.

Responsibilities include measuring vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, and communicating patient status to the nursing team. Minimum requirements include a High School Diploma or GED and completion of or eligibility for basic patient care

Qualifications

• CPR certification and patient care skills required.
• State- or facility-specific patient care training may be required.
• Ability to follow delegation and safety policies with supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic direct patient care as delegated by clinical staff.
• Measure vital signs and monitor patient status.
• Assist with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Maintain clean and safe patient environment and document care.
• Communicate patient observations to nursing staff in a timely manner.

Skills

CPR certification

Patient care skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

UC Health in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to provide fundamental direct patient care under the supervision of licensed clinicians. The PCA will maintain a clean, safe environment and support patient needs across shifts.

Responsibilities include measuring vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, and communicating patient status to the nursing team. Minimum requirements include a High School Diploma or GED and completion of or eligibility for basic patient care