Patient Care Assistant — Frontline Patient Support

The Christ Hospital Health Network; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christ Hospital Health Network is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) I in Cincinnati, OH. The role supports patient comfort and safety under the delegation of an RN, following the hospital's model of care and Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines.

Responsibilities include clinical tasks, patient hygiene, safety, and effective communication with patients and families throughout hospitalization.

Qualifications

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

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

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Personal accountability

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Christ Hospital Health Network is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) I in Cincinnati, OH. The role supports patient comfort and safety under the delegation of an RN, following the hospital's model of care and Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines.

Responsibilities include clinical tasks, patient hygiene, safety, and effective communication with patients and families throughout hospitalization.