Compassionate Patient Care Assistant - Inpatient Support

Licking Memorial Health Systems; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Licking Memorial Health Systems in Newark, OH seeks a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to join 4 West during day shifts. Under RN supervision, you will support patient care activities and help maintain a safe, compassionate environment.

The role focuses on direct patient assistance, vital signs, specimen collection, and documentation in the EMR, with opportunities for growth toward student nurse progression. Applicants must meet education and licensure requirements described.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Read, write, and follow verbal or written instructions.
• CPR certification required.
• STNA, NA or MA licensure preferred.
• Obtain/maintain electronic medical record documentation skills.
• Work independently and professionally.
• Obtain/maintain 12 lead ECG testing proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lifts, transfers, transport patients safely to an inpatient bed and to and from ancillary departments.
• Collect, perform and document urine and glucometer tests and quality controls.
• Collect, label, and enter specimens obtained.
• Perform one-to-one monitoring on high-risk patients as requested by RN or physician.
• Obtain vitals signs and weights.
• Appropriate documentation in electronic medical record.
• Enters work orders in computer.
• Stocks supplies at bedside.

Skills

CPR certification

EMR documentation

ECG testing

Independent work

Verbal and written instructions

Patient care support

Education

High school diploma or GED

STNA/NA/MA licensure preferred

Job description

Licking Memorial Health Systems in Newark, OH seeks a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to join 4 West during day shifts. Under RN supervision, you will support patient care activities and help maintain a safe, compassionate environment.

The role focuses on direct patient assistance, vital signs, specimen collection, and documentation in the EMR, with opportunities for growth toward student nurse progression. Applicants must meet education and licensure requirements described.