Patient Care Assistant- CVRU- Part Time- Days

The Christ Hospital Health Network; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christ Hospital Health Network is seeking a Patient Care Assistant I to support patient comfort and safety under the direction of a registered nurse in an Ohio hospital setting.

The role emphasizes collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare teams, with duties delegated according to Ohio Nursing board guidelines. A strong focus on confidentiality, safety, and compassionate care is expected.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Clinical tasks assigned by the RN per delegation guidelines and Ohio Board of Nursing rules.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and privacy at all times.
• Demonstrate key behavioral competencies: communication, adaptability, teamwork, and personal accountability.
• Ensure patient and unit safety and a safe environment for care.
• Provide patient comfort and hygiene and document per hospital policy.

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