Patient Care Assistant - NICU C4C - Contingent

Nationwide Children's Hospital Inc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Inc is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant for contingent, shift-based work in North Carolina. The role requires a fundamentals course completion and active CNA with CPR certification, to support pediatric and adult patients.

Base pay is $19.10/hour with applicable shift differentials; depends on experience. A minimum of 8 hours per pay period is required, with options to pick up additional shifts as available.

Qualifications

• Completion of fundamentals course from an approved nursing program, or equivalent certification or experience.
• One year of patient care experience in a hospital setting within the last three years, or equivalent education or certification.
• Active CNA certification in the required state and current CPR (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Collects, documents, and reports vital signs and assists with procedures.
• Promotes patient safety and maintains confidentiality under HIPAA guidelines.
• Maintains stocked, clean, and organized unit and patient areas.
• Performs clerical and administrative tasks as needed.
• Participates in continuing education and may act as a preceptor.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Patient interaction

Education

CNA certification

CPR certification

Job description

Overview: Contingent requirements are to work a minimum of 8 hours per pay . 8 hours minimum must be an evening, night, or weekend shift. May pick up hours on any shift after that requirement is met. One winter holiday requirement and non-critical holiday. Base pay $19.10/hour, plus applicable shift differentials. Pay to be commensurate with experience.

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 certification or experience, required.

Certifications

• Active Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) in the State of Ohio, or equivalent education or experience, required.
• 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 certification, 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

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet