Patient Care Assistant - ED Main Campus (Evenings, 11a-11p)

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Part time

Job summary

A leading children's healthcare provider in Columbus, OH is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for evening shifts. Responsibilities include performing supportive care and ensuring patient safety. Required qualifications include completion of a nursing fundamentals course and an active State Tested Nurse Aide License in Ohio. Evening and weekend differentials and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Active State Tested Nurse Aide License in Ohio required.
• One year of patient care experience in a hospital setting within the last three years required.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic supportive care to patients under the direction of an RN or Care Manager.
• Collects, documents, and reports vital signs.
• Promotes general patient safety and assists with procedures.

Skills

Effective written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Competence in providing age-appropriate care

Positive presence

Education

Completion of fundamentals course from an approved nursing program

Tools

Current CPR certification

Job description

Patient Care Assistant - ED Main Campus (Evenings, 11a-11p)

Overview
16-24 hrs/week, evening shift, 11a-11p, every third weekend, and holiday rotation. This is NOT a contingent position. Base pay $19/hr plus evening and weekend 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.

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/Pull 26–40 lbs, Pushing/Pulling 41–60 lbs, Pushing/Pull 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

The above list is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not exhaustive and does not limit any supervisor's authority. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet