Patient Care Assistant Nursing Resource Pool

Akron Children's; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Akron Children's is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) for a part-time, 24-hour-per-week role. You will provide continuous one-on-one observation under a licensed nurse and handle direct patient care, safety, and documentation in EPIC.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent and BLS certification. Prior healthcare experience and EPIC familiarity are preferred, with weekend/holiday rotation included.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required.
• Minimum 1 year of healthcare experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Experience with EPIC or similar EMR systems preferred.
• Strong observation, de-escalation and safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous, one-on-one observation and monitoring of assigned patients.
• Provide evidence-based de-escalation interventions.
• Maintain a safe environment for self, patients and others.
• Remain alert to ensure patient safety and well-being.
• Provide direct patient care such as vital signs and transport as directed.
• Stock linens and supplies; document observations accurately in EPIC.
• Prioritize tasks and alert nursing staff to changes in patient condition.
• Maintain professionalism and communicate with patients and families.
• Follow hospital protocols and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

Healthcare experience

Microsoft Office

EPIC EMR

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

EPIC EMR

Job description

Part Time (24 hours per week)

7:00pm to 7:30am includes weekend and holiday rotation

Onsite for the Nursing Resource Pool

Summary

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) provides continuous observation and individual care for a group of patients under the supervision of a licensed nurse.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous, one-on-one observation and monitoring of assigned patients.
• Provide evidence-based de-escalation interventions
• Maintain a safe environment for self, patients and others
• Remain alert and attentive at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of the patient.
• Provide direct patient care such as vital signs and transporting patients to other departments as delegated by and under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Stock linens and supplies
• Document observations, interventions, and any pertinent information accurately and in a timely manner within EPIC
• Prioritize and execute task for the assigned patients in a timely and efficient manner
• Alert nursing staff promptly to any signs of distress, discomfort, or changes in the patient's condition.
• Maintain a calm and professional presence for the patient and their family members.
• Follow all hospital or facility protocols and procedures related to patient observation and safety.
• Other duties as assigned.

Technical Expertise

• Knowledge of and experience in medical terminology preferred.
• Experience working in healthcare environment is preferred.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software is required.
• Experience working in an electronic medical record (i.e. EPIC) or similar software is preferred.

Education and Experience

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) training from the American Heart Association is required.
• Years of relevant experience: Minimum one (1) year of experience is preferred
• Years of supervisory experience: None

Part Time

FTE: 0.600000

Status: Onsite