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

The Christ Hospital Health Network; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christ Hospital Health Network is seeking a Patient Care Assistant I to support patient comfort and safety under RN delegation in Cincinnati. Responsibilities include clinical tasks, patient orientation, and ensuring team communication throughout the stay.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, 0–1 year of experience, and an AHA BLS certification. The role emphasizes compassionate, culturally sensitive care in a collaborative hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Behavioral competencies include effective communication, adaptability, teamwork, and personal accountability.
• 0-1 years of experience is required.
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical tasks delegated by the RN following Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and safety.
• Orient patients and families to the hospital environment and facilitate communication during hospitalization.
• Ensure patient comfort and hygiene and document according to policy.
• Demonstrate leadership, accountability, and collaboration within the healthcare team.

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 process.

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