Compassionate Patient Care Assistant: Vital Support

UC Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to provide basic direct patient care under supervision in Cincinnati, OH. The role emphasizes maintaining a safe, clean environment and supporting clinical teams with delegated tasks.

Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED; CPR training and AHA skills are required. Prior CNA or student RN rotation experience is preferred, with UC Health competency training provided if needed.

Qualifications

• Trained in AHA CPR and patient care skills.
• State Tested Nursing Aide or equivalent training preferred.
• May be a student from an accredited RN program with clinical rotation.
• UC Health PCA competency training required if prerequisites not met.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic direct patient care as delegated by clinicians.
• Perform vital signs, intake/output, and daily living activities.
• Assist with hygiene, mobility, feeding, and comfort measures.
• Communicate observations to RN and document treatments.

Skills

CPR Certification

Patient Care

Nursing Assistant Training

UC Health competency training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

UC Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to provide basic direct patient care under supervision in Cincinnati, OH. The role emphasizes maintaining a safe, clean environment and supporting clinical teams with delegated tasks.

Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED; CPR training and AHA skills are required. Prior CNA or student RN rotation experience is preferred, with UC Health competency training provided if needed.