Patient Care Assistant- Comp Med Medical Stepdown- Part Time- Days

The Christ Hospital; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christ Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Assistant I to support patient comfort and safety under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include performing delegated clinical tasks, maintaining confidentiality, and contributing to a collaborative care environment with patients and families.

The role emphasizes effective communication, adaptability, teamwork, and accountability while ensuring safety and cleanliness in the unit.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Clinical tasks delegated by the RN per Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines.
• Demonstrate communication, adaptability, teamwork, and personal accountability.
• Ensure patient and unit safety.
• Provide patient comfort and hygiene and document per policy.
• Orient patients and families to the hospital and facilitate communication during hospitalization.

Skills

Effective communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

Personal accountability

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