Patient Care Assistant- Comp Med Stepdown- Part Time- Nights

The Christ Hospital Health Network; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christ Hospital Health Network is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) II to support patient comfort and safety in our Ohio facilities. Duties are delegated by a Registered Nurse and aligned with Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines, emphasizing culturally sensitive care and collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare teams.

PCA II may use critical thinking to escalate concerns as needed, participate in unit safety, and assist with routine clinical tasks under RN supervision.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 1–3 years of experience or active BSN student with 1 semester completed clinical rotation.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Clinical tasks delegated by the RN; includes EKGs and Foley catheter urine specimens.
• Lead and participate in unit councils, coach peers, support interviews.
• Identify hazards and escalate concerns to ensure safety.
• Provide patient comfort and hygiene, document per policy.
• Orient patients and families to services and share unit updates.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Accountability

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) II 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. PCA II may also use critical thinking to **escalate** concerns as needed.

Responsibilities

• Clinical: Perform clinical tasks assigned by the RN, adhering to Ohio Board of Nursing delegation guidelines. PCA II is also trained in EKGs, ostomy care, and obtaining urine specimens from a Foley catheter. Maintain patient confidentiality. 25%
• Leadership & Accountability: Demonstrate key behavioral competencies such as effective communication, adaptability, teamwork, and personal accountability. Participate in unit councils/committees and process improvement initiatives. Coach and mentor peers, and support candidates during interviews. 25%
• Environment and Safety: Ensure patient and unit safety, identify potential hazards, and **escalate** concerns appropriately. 20%
• Comfort: Provide patient comfort and hygiene, anticipating needs and documenting according to policy. 20%
• Communication: Orient patients and families to the hospital and services, share unit updates, and promote positive communication within the team.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills:

Education: High School Diploma required

Years of Experience: 1 - 3 Years of Experience Required or Active BSN student with 1 semester completed clinical rotation

Licenses & Certifications: AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Required