Patient Care Assistant- H & V Stepdown- Part Time- Days

The Christ Hospital Health Network; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christ Hospital Health Network is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) I in Cincinnati, Ohio. This role supports patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, focusing on comfort, safety, and respectful, culturally sensitive care.

Responsibilities include assisting with clinical tasks, maintaining confidentiality, communicating effectively with the care team, and helping orient patients and families throughout the hospital stay.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with clinical tasks as delegated, maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Demonstrate communication, teamwork, adaptability, and accountability in daily tasks.
• Help ensure patient and unit safety and comfort; document per policy.
• Orient patients and families to the hospital environment and support hospital processes.

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) I supports patient care by ensuring comfort and safety, following the model of care at TCH, which emphasizes collaboration between patients, families, and healthcare teams. Care is culturally sensitive and age-appropriate, and all duties are delegated by a Registered Nurse according to Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines.

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) I supports patient care by ensuring comfort and safety, following the model of care at TCH, which emphasizes collaboration between patients, families, and healthcare teams. Care is culturally sensitive and age-appropriate, and all duties are delegated by a Registered Nurse according to Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines.

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

Qualifications

• KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
• EDUCATION: High School Diploma required
• YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 0 - 1 Years of Experience Required.
• LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS: AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Required