Patient Care Assistant

The Christ College; Cincinnati, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christ College is seeking a Patient Care Assistant I to support patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in accordance with Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines.

Responsibilities include patient comfort, hygiene, confidentiality, and helping orient patients and families to the hospital environment. The role emphasizes teamwork, effective communication, and safety within the unit.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support patient care under RN delegation.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Assist with patient comfort and hygiene.
• Orient patients and families to the hospital environment.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) I supports patient care by ensuring comfort and safety, following the model of care at TCH, which emphasizes collaboration between patients, families, and healthcare teams. Care is culturally sensitive and age-appropriate, and all duties are delegated by a Registered Nurse according to Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Clinical: Perform clinical tasks assigned by the RN, adhering to Ohio Board of Nursing delegation guidelines. Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Leadership & Accountability: Demonstrate key behavioral competencies such as effective communication, adaptability, teamwork, and personal accountability.
• Environment and Safety: Ensure patient and unit safety.
• Comfort: Provide patient comfort and hygiene, documenting according to policy.
• Communication: Orient patients and families to the hospital environment and facilitate communication throughout the hospitalization proce

Qualifications

• KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
• EDUCATION: High School Diploma required
• YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 0 - 1 Years of Experience Required.
• LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS: AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Required