Patient Care Assistant- General Medicine & Behavioral Health

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

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH is seeking a 0.9 FTE Care Assistant to work nights (7 PM–7 AM). The role requires six weekend shifts every six weeks and pays a starting $19.10 per hour with a $2.30 night differential. Benefits eligible and supportive team environment.

You will perform basic supportive care under RN supervision, collect vital signs, document data, and help with procedures while maintaining HIPAA and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Completion of fundamentals course from an approved nursing program, or equivalent certification or experience.
• Active CNA 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 certification.
• Effective written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Fundamentals course from an approved nursing program

Active CNA in Ohio

CPR certification (BLS for healthcare provider)

Job description

Overview: 0.9FTE- 36 hrs per week, Nights 7P-7A Required to work six weekend shifts per 6-week period Minimum pay- $19.10 per hour Nights differential adds $2.30 per hour 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.
• 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
• OCCASIONALLY: Climb stairs/ladder
• OCCASIONALLY: Computer skills
• OCCASIONALLY: Fume /Gases /Vapors
• OCCASIONALLY: Hand use: grasping
• OCCASIONALLY: Hand use: gripping
• OCCASIONALLY: Hand use: turning
• OCCASIONALLY: Interpreting Data
• OCCASIONALLY: Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs
• OCCASIONALLY: Lifting / Carrying: 61-100 lbs
• OCCASIONALLY: Loud Noises
• OCCASIONALLY: Machinery
• OCCASIONALLY: Power Tools
• OCCASIONALLY: Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance
• OCCASIONALLY: Repetitive hand/arm use
• OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist
• OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Blood and/or Bodily Fluids
• OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Chemicals/Medications
• OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens
• OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Depth perception
• OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs
• OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs
• OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs
• OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Patient Equipment
• OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs
• OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs
• OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs
• OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs
• OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Reaching above shoulder
• OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Squat/kneel
• CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech
• CONTINUOUSLY: Color vision
• CONTINUOUSLY: Hearing acuity
• CONTINUOUSLY: Peripheral vision
• CONTINUOUSLY: Seeing – Far/near
• CONTINUOUSLY: Standing
• CONTINUOUSLY: Walking

Additional Information:

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

About the Hospital:

The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose. Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission. We’re 15,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we’ll never meet. Kids who live healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere. Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children’s badge what they do for a living. They’ll tell you it’s More Than a Job. It’s a calling. It’s a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere. Nationwide Children’s Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.