Patient Care Assistant- Same Day Surgery- PRN Days

The Christ Hospital Health Network; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christ Hospital Health Network in Cincinnati is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) I to support patient care by ensuring comfort and safety under the supervision of an RN, in accordance with Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines.

The role emphasizes collaboration between patients, families and healthcare teams, delivering culturally sensitive and age-appropriate care while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.

Qualifications

• HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA required.
• 0–1 years of experience recommended.
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers required.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical tasks delegated by the RN while following Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines.
• Demonstrate effective communication, teamwork, and personal accountability.
• Ensure patient and unit safety and maintain confidentiality.
• Provide patient comfort and hygiene, documenting per policy.
• Orient patients and families to the hospital environment and assist with communication.

Education

High School Diploma

AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers

Job description

Job Description

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) I supports patient care by ensuring comfort and safety, following the model of care at TCH, which emphasizes collaboration between patients, families, and healthcare teams. Care is culturally sensitive and age-appropriate, and all duties are delegated by a Registered Nurse according to Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Clinical: Perform clinical tasks assigned by the RN, adhering to Ohio Board of Nursing delegation guidelines. Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Leadership & Accountability: Demonstrate key behavioral competencies such as effective communication, adaptability, teamwork, and personal accountability.
• Environment and Safety: Ensure patient and unit safety.
• Comfort: Provide patient comfort and hygiene, documenting according to policy.
• Communication: Orient patients and families to the hospital environment and facilitate communication throughout the hospitalization proce

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• EDUCATION: High School Diploma required
• YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 0 - 1 Years of Experience Required.
• LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS: AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Required