Patient Care Assistant-Neuroscience H10B

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

Nationwide Children''s Hospital in Ohio is seeking a patient care assistant to support nurses and care managers. You will collect data, monitor vitals, assist with procedures, and help maintain a safe, clean environment.

The role emphasizes HIPAA compliance, client confidentiality, and ongoing education. One year of patient care experience is required; a fundamentals course from an approved nursing program or equivalent licensure is accepted. Evening/nights shift covered.

Qualifications

• Must have effective written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
• Competence in providing age-appropriate care and services to pediatric and selected adult patients.
• Demonstrates professionalism, confidentiality, and HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Collect, document, and report vital signs and data to RN or Care Manager.
• Promote patient safety, assist with procedures, and prepare materials as delegated.
• Maintain environmental standards, stock and clean unit areas, and perform clerical tasks as needed.
• Complete continuing education and participate in offered training; may train other staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Nursing fundamentals course

Job description

Overview

0.6 night shift, 11p-7:30a (2 nights per week plus every other weekend)

Job Description Summary

Performs basic supportive care to specified patients and families under the direction and supervision of an RN or Care Manager. Collects, documents, and reports data to the RN or Care Manager.

Essential Functions

• Collects, documents, and reports vital signs. May complete screening questions and documentation or minor specimen testing as assigned.
• Promotes general patient safety. Holds and positions patients and assists with procedures. Prepares materials and supplies as delegated.
• Remains compliant with HIPAA, maintains professionalism, and ensures confidentiality of patient information.
• Ensures environmental standards are met and all unit and patient areas are stocked, cleaned, and maintained.
• Performs clerical and administrative tasks as necessary.
• Completes continuing education and participates in offered educational opportunities. May act as a preceptor and train other staff.

Education Requirement

Completion of fundamentals course from an approved nursing program, or equivalent licensure or experience, required.

Licensure Requirement

Active State Tested Nurse Aide License in the State of Ohio, or equivalent education or experience, required.

Certifications

Current CPR certification (BLS for healthcare provider), required.

Skills

• Effective written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Must demonstrate competence as defined in the Patient Care Assistant responsibilities/skills checklist in providing age appropriate care and services to pediatric patients of all ages and selected adult patients.
• Displays a positive presence and interacts with patients, families, staff, outside vendors, consultants, and physicians.

Experience

One year of patient care experience in a hospital setting within the last three years, or equivalent education or licensure, required.

Physical Requirements

Occasionally: Biohazard waste, Climb stairs/ladder, Computer skills, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Interpreting Data, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 61-100 lbs, Loud Noises, Machinery, Power Tools, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance, Repetitive hand/arm use, Sitting

Frequently: Bend/twist, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Depth perception, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel

Continuously: Audible speech, Color vision, Hearing acuity, Peripheral vision, Seeing – Far/near, Standing, Walking

Additional Physical Requirements Performed But Not Listed Above

(not specified)

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet