Patient Care Assistant: Compassionate Team Support

The Christ Hospital Health Network; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christ Hospital Health Network is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) I to support patient care, ensuring comfort and safety while following the hospital model of care. Work is delegated by a Registered Nurse per Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines and emphasizes cultural sensitivity and collaboration with patients and families.

Responsibilities include clinical tasks assigned by the RN, maintaining patient confidentiality, and contributing to a safe and comfortable patient environment.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma required.
• Experience: 0-1 years of experience.
• Certification: AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers required.

Responsibilities

• Clinical tasks assigned by the RN in accordance with Ohio nursing delegation guidelines.
• Demonstrate key behavioral competencies such as communication, adaptability, teamwork and 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

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Accountability

Patient safety

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers

Job description

The Christ Hospital Health Network is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) I to support patient care, ensuring comfort and safety while following the hospital model of care. Work is delegated by a Registered Nurse per Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines and emphasizes cultural sensitivity and collaboration with patients and families.

Responsibilities include clinical tasks assigned by the RN, maintaining patient confidentiality, and contributing to a safe and comfortable patient environment.