Patient Care Assistant- General Medicine & Behavioral Health

Nationwide-Children; Columbus (OH); Sur place; USD 26 000 - 29 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Nationwide-Children is seeking a patient-care assistant to perform basic supportive care under RN supervision. You will collect vitals, assist with procedures, and support safety and confidentiality in a pediatric hospital setting.

The role requires a CNA in Ohio, CPR/BLS certification, and at least one year of hospital patient care experience. Nights 7P-7A with weekend rotations and a $2.30 night differential apply.

Qualifications

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

Responsabilités

• Collects, documents, and reports vital signs.
• Holds and positions patients and assists with procedures.
• Promotes general patient safety and confidentiality of patient information.
• Performs clerical and administrative tasks as necessary.

Connaissances

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Patient care

Formation

Nursing fundamentals course

Description du poste

Overview:0.9FTE- 36 hrs per week, Nights 7P-7ARequired to work six weekend shifts per 6-week periodMinimum pay- $19.10 per hourNights differential adds $2.30 per hourBenefits EligibleJob 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 certification or experience, required.Certifications:Active Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) in the State of Ohio, or equivalent education or experience, required.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 certification, 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, SittingFREQUENTLY: 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/kneelCONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Hearing acuity, Peripheral vision, Seeing – Far/near, Standing, Walking\"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\"