Emergency Tech - Main ED - Full Time - Evening

Dayton Children's Hospital; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Dayton Children's Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support nurses in completing patient care activities with attention to developmental levels. You will communicate effectively, accept delegated tasks, and help maintain a safe, confidential environment for patients and families.

The role emphasizes a patient- and family-centered approach and flexibility to adapt to census changes in a busy Emergency Department setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist the nurse in patient care activities.
• CPR - BLS certificate required within 2 weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff with patient care activities appropriate to developmental levels.
• Report patient information clearly and maintain confidentiality and privacy.

Skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Job description

Job Details

Responsible for assisting the nurse in completion of patient care activities, taking into consideration the patient’s developmental levels. Demonstrates strong communication skills, accepts delegated tasks and has the knowledge and understanding to ask questions and report patient information as indicated. Appropriately handles patient information understanding confidentiality and privacy. Complies with the safety management program designed to provide a physical environment free of hazards and to reduce the risk of injury. Is knowledgeable about and responsive to the mission of the hospital. The PCA promotes a patient and family experience-oriented environment and acts as a change agent to meet the rapidly changing census and needs of all customers-both internal and external.

Facility

Dayton Children's - Main Campus

Department

Emergency Department - Main Campus

Schedule

Full time

Hours

36

Job Details

Responsible for assisting the nurse in completion of patient care activities, taking into consideration the patient’s developmental levels. Demonstrates strong communication skills, accepts delegated tasks and has the knowledge and understanding to ask questions and report patient information as indicated. Appropriately handles patient information understanding confidentiality and privacy. Complies with the safety management program designed to provide a physical environment free of hazards and to reduce the risk of injury. Is knowledgeable about and responsive to the mission of the hospital. The PCA promotes a patient and family experience-oriented environment and acts as a change agent to meet the rapidly changing census and needs of all customers-both internal and external.

CPR - BLS certificate is required within 2 weeks of hire