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

The Christ Hospital; Kentucky; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christ Hospital seeks a Patient Care Assistant II to support patient comfort and safety under RN delegation. The role emphasizes collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team, and adheres to Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines.

The PCA II will be trained in EKGs, ostomy care, and obtaining urine specimens, contributing to a culturally sensitive care model and maintaining confidentiality throughout care delivery.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• 1-3 years of experience or active BSN student with clinical rotation.
• AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers required.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical tasks as delegated by the RN per nursing guidelines.
• Assist with EKGs, ostomy care, and obtaining urine specimens.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Promote patient and unit safety; identify hazards and escalate concerns.
• Orient patients and families to the hospital and services; communicate unit updates.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Accountability

Coaching

Critical thinking

Education

High School Diploma

BSN student (clinical rotation)

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 escape concerns as needed.

• 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 elevate 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.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

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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