Compassionate Patient Care Assistant - Healthcare Support

The Christ Hospital; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christ Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) I to support patient comfort and safety under the delegation of a Registered Nurse, following Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines. The role emphasizes collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare teams with culturally sensitive care.

Responsibilities include assisting with clinical tasks, promoting safety, and documenting according to policy, while upholding professionalism and patient privacy in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 0-1 years of experience required.
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers required.

Responsibilities

• Clinical tasks assigned by the RN, adhering to Ohio Board of Nursing delegation guidelines and maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Demonstrate key behavioral competencies such as effective communication, adaptability, teamwork, and personal accountability.
• Ensure patient and unit safety.
• Provide patient comfort and hygiene, documenting according to policy.
• Orient patients and families to the hospital environment and facilitate communication during hospitalization.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Personal accountability

Patient safety

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Christ Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) I to support patient comfort and safety under the delegation of a Registered Nurse, following Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines. The role emphasizes collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare teams with culturally sensitive care.

Responsibilities include assisting with clinical tasks, promoting safety, and documenting according to policy, while upholding professionalism and patient privacy in a hospital setting.