Patient Care Associate - IAM - NICU (Nightshift)

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Associate to join a care team on a busy unit. You will support registered nurses and other team members in delivering patient-centered care, ensuring comfort, safety, and timely care.

Preferred candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, prior patient care experience in acute settings, and strong customer service, organizational, and time-management skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous patient care experience in an acute care hospital setting preferred.
• Strong customer service, organizational and time management skills.
• Successful completion of PCA training course required after hire.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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The Patient Care Associate (PCA) functions as an integral member of a team of care providers on a patient care unit, reflect a culture of cooperation, enthusiasm, and mutual respect. The team, consisting of the Registered Nurse, and the Patient Care Associate provides patient care and supportive services that are directed towards achievement of patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient's involvement in his/her own plan of care, improving services levels, and reducing decreasing costs. Patients and their family will experience the benefits of patient focused care through the integrated skills of all care team members. The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is committed to enhancing the quality of care our patients receive.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous patient care experience in an acute care hospital setting preferred.
• Strong customer service, organizational and time management skills.
• Successful completion of PCA training course required after hire.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.