Patient Care Assistant I - Main Comp Med Medical Stepdown - Part Time - Nights

The Christ Hospital Health Network; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) I to enhance patient experiences through clinical care and support. This entry-level position requires a high school diploma and basic life support certification, with responsibilities including patient comfort, hygiene, and communication. The role is vital for ensuring patient safety and satisfaction during their hospital stay.

Qualifications

• Certification in AHA Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers required before patient contact.
• None required (0-1 years) experience necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical care aspects as assigned by RN according to delegation guidelines.
• Provide comfort and personal hygiene for patients, maintaining confidentiality.
• Facilitate communication throughout the hospitalization process.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

High School Graduate/Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Job Description

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) I performs duties to enhance patient experience while maintaining patient comfort and a safe patient environment. All care is provided based on the concepts inherent in the model of care for TCH which promotes an on-going partnership between patients and families and the team of healthcare providers. The care is culturally based and age-specific. All direct patient care is under the supervision of and is delegated by the Registered Nurse according to the guidelines as set out by the Ohio Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

Clinical: Performs aspects of clinical care as assigned and instructed by the RN per Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines for delegation. Meets clinical platform of skills guided by the PCA Core Skills Competency Checklist. Maintains patient confidence and protect operations by keeping patient care information confidential.

Leadership & Accountability: Demonstrates the top behavioral competencies established by Nursing Leadership for our Patient Care Assistants-effectively communicates, seeks to service customers, resilient and adaptable to change, seeks to collaborate and work with a team to solve problems, and is accountable for one's own actions, communications, and development.

Environment and Safety: Provides and promotes individual patient and unit safety.

Comfort: Provides comfort and personal hygiene for patients, documenting according to policy.

Communication: Orients patient & family to the hospital environment & services provided, facilitates communication throughout the entire hospitalization process.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

High School Graduate/Diploma or GED equivalent

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:

None required (0-1 years)

LICENSES REGISTRATIONS &/or CERTIFICATIONS :

Certification in AHA Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers before patient contact

Other Credentials Required or Preferred: NONE