ICU Night Shift Patient Care Assistant (PCA)

LMHS brand; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) in Newark, OH, is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) for ICU night shifts. Under RN supervision, you will support patient care activities and safety, transporting patients and assisting with clinical tasks in a high-acuity environment.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the care team. A high school diploma or GED, CPR certification, and ability to follow instructions are required; STNA/NA/MA licensure

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CPR certification required.
• Read, write, and follow verbal or written instructions.
• LMH is accredited and may require annual education on specialty certifications and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lifts, transfers, and transports patients safely to an inpatient bed and to and from ancillary departments.
• Collect, label, and enter specimens obtained.
• Perform one-to-one monitoring on high-risk patients as requested by RN or physician.
• Obtain vitalsigns and weights.
• Enter work orders in computer; stock supplies at bedside.

Skills

CPR certification

EMR documentation skills

Read/write instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ECG testing proficiency

Job description

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) in Newark, OH, is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) for ICU night shifts. Under RN supervision, you will support patient care activities and safety, transporting patients and assisting with clinical tasks in a high-acuity environment.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the care team. A high school diploma or GED, CPR certification, and ability to follow instructions are required; STNA/NA/MA licensure