Patient Care Assistant (PCA), Cardiac, 12 Hour AM

UC Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Health is seeking a full-time Patient Care Assistant for the Cardiac unit. This role involves providing direct patient care, measuring vital signs, and assisting with daily living activities in a supportive environment. Join a team dedicated to exceptional patient care and community health.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current STNA Certification or PCA Novice Program completion.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic direct patient care and maintain a clean environment.
• Measure vital signs and assist with daily living activities.
• Communicate observations to RN and document treatments.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Current STNA Certification

Job description

Patient Care Assistant (PCA), Cardiac, 12 Hour AM

UC Health is hiring a full-time Patient Care Assistant (PCA) for the day shift to support the Cardiac unit at UC Medical Center.

The Patient Care Assistant will provide basic direct patient care as delegated by clinical professional personnel in accordance with delegation law and rules and current education. This position will work at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center and maintain an orderly, clean, and safe environment for patients and visitors.

About UC Medical Center

As the pioneering hospital of UC Health, Greater Cincinnati’s academic health system, UC Medical Center has served greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years. Each year, hundreds of thousands of patients receive care from our world-renowned clinicians and care teams utilizing the most advanced medical knowledge and technology available. UC Medical Center has 724 licensed beds and more than 5,800 employees.

The Cardiac unit teamwork model allows close collaboration with all team members to provide high-quality care for our patients.

Cardiac offers a flexible shift option to accommodate college classes and personal schedules.

Working in the Cardiac unit provides opportunities to expand academic knowledge and participate in a teaching environment.

Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Current STNA Certification, Clinical Rotation completed, or Completion of PCA Novice Program

Join our team to BE UC Health. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. Apply Today!

About UC Health

UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching, providing options for even the most complex cases. Members include UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Daniel Drake Center for Post-Acute Care, and others. Many locations have received national recognition for quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.

Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide basic direct patient care as delegated, maintaining an orderly, clean, and safe environment.
• Measure vital signs, report changes, assist with activities of daily living, hygiene, and comfort measures.
• Change linens, empty drainage bags, dispose of waste, and utilize patient care equipment.
• Assist with respiratory care, perform EKGs, phlebotomy, and blood glucose testing.
• Communicate observations to RN, document treatments, and respond to nurse call system.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment, restock supplies, and report maintenance issues.
• Ensure patient safety measures such as call lights, identification bands, side rails, and restraints are properly used.

About the company

From Emergency Services to Dental Care, UC Health offers a comprehensive range of healthcare services, committed to providing exceptional patient care and community health.