Patient Care Assistant- H & V stepdown- Part Time- Nights

The Christ Hospital; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Patient Care Assistant II to support patient comfort, safety, and care under RN delegation. The role emphasizes culturally sensitive, age-appropriate care and requires adherence to Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines.

Responsibilities include clinical tasks, EKGs, ostomy care, urine sample collection, and ensuring confidentiality. Strong teamwork, communication, and accountability are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 1 - 3 Years of Experience Required or Active BSN student with 1 semester completed clinical rotation
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Required

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical tasks delegated by RN in line with Ohio nursing guidelines.
• Use EKGs, ostomy care, and Foley urine specimen collection as trained.
• Demonstrate teamwork, effective communication, adaptability, and accountability.
• Identify hazards and maintain patient and unit safety; escalate concerns.
• Orient patients and families to hospital services and document updates.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) II 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. PCA II may also use critical thinking to escape concerns as needed.

Responsibilities

Clinical:

Perform clinical tasks assigned by the RN, adhering to Ohio Board of Nursing delegation guidelines. PCA II is also trained in EKGs, ostomy care, and obtaining urine specimens from a Foley catheter. Maintain patient confidentiality. 25%

Leadership & Accountability:

Demonstrate key behavioral competencies such as effective communication, adaptability, teamwork, and personal accountability. Participate in unit councils/committees and process improvement initiatives. Coach and mentor peers, and support candidates during interviews. 25%

Environment and Safety

Ensure patient and unit safety, identify potential hazards, and elevate concerns appropriately. 20%

Comfort:

Provide patient comfort and hygiene, anticipating needs and documenting according to policy. 20%

Communication:

Orient patients and families to the hospital and services, share unit updates, and promote positive communication within the team.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

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EDUCATION:

High School Diploma required

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:

1 - 3 Years of Experience Required or Active BSN student with 1 semester completed clinical rotation

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:

AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Required