Patient Care Assistant - Main Telemetry - Part Time - Nights

The Christ Hospital Health Network; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a dedicated Patient Care Assistant to enhance patient experiences and ensure comfort in a safe environment. This part-time, night shift role emphasizes teamwork and effective communication, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on patients and their families. With no prior experience required, this is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to start a rewarding career in nursing support. Join a compassionate team committed to providing high-quality care and support in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Certification in AHA Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers required.
• No prior experience required, ideal for entry-level candidates.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care under RN supervision as per Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines.
• Ensure patient comfort and maintain confidentiality of patient information.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Graduate/Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Patient Care Assistant - Main Telemetry - Part Time - Nights

OH, United States

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

Job Info

• Job Identification 10255
• Job Category Nursing Support
• Posting Date 04/23/2025, 03:51 PM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Night
• Locations 2139 AUBURN AVE, Cincinnati, OH, 45219, US