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

The Christ Hospital Health Network; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christ Hospital Health Network in Cincinnati, OH seeks a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) II to support patient comfort and safety under RN delegation. You will help with EKGs, ostomy care, and urine specimen collection, while upholding confidentiality and Ohio guidelines.

Join a team-focused, safety-driven unit that values collaboration with patients, families and healthcare professionals, and provides development opportunities in care leadership and quality improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 1–3 years of experience or active BSN student with 1 semester completed clinical rotation.
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with delegated clinical tasks per Ohio guidelines.
• Trained in EKGs, ostomy care, and Foley urine specimen collection.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and participate in safety initiatives.
• Promote patient comfort, hygiene, and timely documentation.
• Orient patients and families to hospital services and unit updates.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Accountability

Patient confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma

BSN student (1 semester completed clinical rotation)

Tools

AHA BLS Certification

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 escape 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

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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