Patient Care Assistant- Endocrinology Clinic

Davita Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Patient Care Assistant to support patients and families under RN supervision. Responsibilities include collecting vital signs, ensuring patient safety, and handling clerical tasks. Ideal candidates will have a nursing program background and active nurse aide licensure, along with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Completion of nursing fundamentals course or equivalent required.
• Active Nurse Aide License in Ohio is mandatory.
• One year of patient care experience in a hospital setting required.

Responsibilities

• Collect and document vital signs; assist with procedures and patient positioning.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA and maintain professionalism.
• Perform clerical tasks and assist in training other staff.

Skills

Effective written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Completion of fundamentals course from an approved nursing program

Active State Tested Nurse Aide License

Job description

Overview:

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8a-4:30p, 40 hrs/week

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.
• Completes continuing education and participates in offered educational opportunities. May act as a preceptor and train 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, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Interpreting Data, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 61-100 lbs, Loud Noises, Machinery, Power Tools, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance, Repetitive hand/arm use, 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, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, 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"