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

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital seeks a Nurse Aide to provide basic supportive care to pediatric patients under RN supervision. You will collect data, report observations, and assist with procedures in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Requirements include completion of an approved fundamentals course, an active Ohio STNA license, CPR (BLS for healthcare providers), and at least one year of hospital patient-care experience. Benefits eligible this role, with nights and weekend rotation.

Qualifications

• Completion of fundamentals course from an approved nursing program, or equivalent licensure or experience.
• Active State Tested Nurse Aide License in Ohio, or equivalent education or experience.
• Current CPR certification (BLS for healthcare provider).
• One year of patient care experience in a hospital setting within the last three years, or equivalent education or licensure.

Responsibilities

• Collects, documents, and reports vital signs and screening data.
• Assists with procedures and maintains patient safety and confidentiality.
• Maintains unit cleanliness and stock levels; performs clerical tasks as needed.
• Identifies learning needs and participates in continuing education; may precept staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient safety

HIPAA compliance

Interpersonal skills

Precepting/training others

Education

Fundamentals course (approved nursing program)

State Tested Nurse Aide License – Ohio (STNA)

CPR certification (BLS for Healthcare Providers)

Job description

Shift Options

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

Or,

16-36 hrs/week, nights, 7p-7a, Mon-Thurs with holiday rotation but no weekend 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

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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