Patient Care Assistant- Joint and Spine Flex -Part Time- Rotating

The Christ Hospital; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christ Hospital Health Network in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) I to support patient care by ensuring comfort and safety, under RN delegation, following Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines.

You will perform clinical tasks, promote confidentiality, orient patients and families, and contribute to a collaborative hospital environment, with emphasis on respectful, culturally sensitive care. Ideal for candidates with 0–1 years of experience and a valid BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Strong communication with patients, families and care team.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced inpatient setting.
• Commitment to patient privacy and professional accountability.

Responsibilities

• Clinical: perform tasks under RN delegation per Ohio nursing guidelines.
• Leadership & accountability: demonstrate teamwork and personal accountability behaviors.
• Environment and safety: maintain patient and unit safety.
• Comfort: provide patient comfort and hygiene and document per policy.
• Communication: orient patients and families and facilitate care discussions during hospitalization.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Patient confidentiality

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.

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 proce

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