Patient Care Assistant - ED Main Campus (7a-7p with 12/7/2026 start date)

nationwidechildrens; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH is seeking a patient care assistant to support nurses and care managers in a busy pediatric unit. The role involves collecting vital signs, assisting with procedures, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.

Qualifications include completion of fundamentals course, STNA license in Ohio, CPR, and at least one year of hospital patient care experience; hours are 16–36 per week with weekend and holiday rotation.

Qualifications

• Completion of fundamentals course from approved nursing program or equivalent licensure/experience.
• Active STNA license in Ohio.
• Current CPR certification (BLS for healthcare provider).
• One year of patient care experience in a hospital within the last three years.

Responsibilities

• Collect, document and report vital signs.
• May complete screening questions and minor specimen testing.
• Promote general patient safety and assist with procedures.
• Holds and positions patients and prepares materials for procedures.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and confidentiality of patient information.
• Ensure unit Areas are stocked, cleaned and maintained; perform clerical tasks.
• Identify learning needs and participate in continuing education.
• Act as a preceptor and trains other staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

STNA certification (Ohio)

Job description

Overview: This is NOT a contingent, weekends only, or summer only position.

16-36 hrs/week, days, 7a-7p, every third weekend rotation, holiday rotation.

Base pay $19.10/hr plus applicable shift differentials. Benefits eligible.

Job Description Summary

Performs basic supportive care to specified patients and families under the direction and supervision of an RN or Care Manager. Collects, documents, and reports data to the RN or Care Manager.

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Collects, documents, and reports vital signs.
• May complete screening questions and documentation or minor specimen testing as assigned.
• Promotes general patient safety.
• Holds and positions patients and assists with procedures.
• Prepares materials and supplies as delegated.
• Remains compliant with HIPAA, maintains professionalism, and ensures confidentiality of patient information.
• Ensures environmental standards are met and all unit and patient areas are stocked, cleaned, and maintained.
• Performs clerical and administrative tasks as necessary.
• Identifies learning needs, completes continuing education, and participates in offered educational opportunities.
• Acts as a preceptor and trains other staff.

Education Requirement

Completion of fundamentals course from an approved nursing program, or equivalent licensure or experience, required.

Licensure Requirement

Active State Tested Nurse Aide License in the State of Ohio, or equivalent education or experience, required.

Certifications

Current CPR certification (BLS for healthcare provider), required.

Skills

• Effective written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Must demonstrate competence as defined in the Patient Care Assistant responsibilities/skills checklist in providing age appropriate care and services to pediatric patients of all ages and selected adult patients.
• Displays a positive presence and interacts with patients, families, staff, outside vendors, consultants, and physicians.

Experience

One year of patient care experience in a hospital setting within the last three years, or equivalent education or licensure, required.

Physical Requirements

• OCCASIONALLY:
  • Biohazard waste
  • Climb stairs/ladder
  • Computer skills
  • Fume /Gases /Vapors
  • Interpreting Data
  • Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs
  • Lifting / Carrying: 61-100 lbs
  • Machinery
  • Patient Equipment
  • Power Tools
  • Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance
  • Sitting
• FREQUENTLY:
  • Bend/twist
  • Blood and/or Bodily Fluids
  • Chemicals/Medications
  • Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens
  • Depth perception
  • Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs
  • Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs
  • Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs
  • Loud Noises
  • Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs
  • Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs
  • Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs
  • Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs
  • Reaching above shoulder
  • Repetitive hand/arm use
  • Squat/kneel
• CONTINUOUSLY:
  • Audible speech
  • Color vision
  • Hearing acuity
  • Peripheral vision
  • Seeing - Far/near
  • Standing
  • Walking
• Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above: (not specified)

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet