Patient Care Asstistant, Bone Marrow Transplant - 24 hours/week, Evening/Night Rotation

Cincinnati Children's; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's in Cincinnati, Ohio is seeking a part-time healthcare provider for the Bone Marrow Transplant department. The position requires a high school diploma and relevant experience or certifications in patient care. Duties include supervising care, maintaining a safe environment, and demonstrating excellent customer service.

This role typically operates on a night shift, with approximately 24 hours per week. Candidates should hold CPR certification and may be involved in training new employees.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and relevant clinical rotation or certification.
• Training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide approved care of assigned patients under supervision of RN.
• Demonstrate customer service and satisfaction in interactions.
• Ensure a safe and efficient environment for patients and families.
• Respond to communication and administrative tasks with urgency.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of medical/surgical or equivalent clinical rotation

Listed on Ohio STNA registry or Ohio CNA

Listed on Ohio or National Emergency Medical Services Registry

1+ years of patient care experience

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Plan of Care - Provide approved care of assigned patients and assist in implementation of interventions under supervision of RN. Supervise and assist patients with activities of daily living. Supervise developmentally appropriate activities. Offer assistance to co-workers after completion of own duties. Use crisis control techniques and assist in de‑escalation of patients and visitors. Assist with patient transport as requested. May assist with 1 on 1 patient observation as needed.
• Communication - Demonstrate the Cincinnati Children’s CARES behaviors in all interactions with patients, families, visitors and co-workers by actively participating as a frontline example of extraordinary customer service and satisfaction. Report present status or changes in patient condition on an ongoing basis and in change‑of‑shift summary. Complete timely documentation of information in the patient medical record. Seek information and guidance when needed. Discuss concerns of work situation with Director or designee.
• Environment - Ensure that within the division, all areas are organized and present a safe, accessible, effective and efficient environment for patients, families and visitors. Ensure that work areas are organized and present a safe, accessible, effective and efficient environment for employees, patients and families. Comply with Infection Control policies and procedures. Adhere to safety procedures appropriate to children’s ages and development levels.
• Administrative Support - Respond to communication system/patient alarms and execute with a sense of urgency. Answer the telephone in accordance with CCHMC telephone etiquette. Assemble charts, order patient supplies, and stock clerical supplies. May assist in the orientation and training of new employees.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent AND one of the following:
• Completion of medical/surgical or equivalent clinical rotation from ACEN, CCNE, or NLN CNEA accredited institution, or
• Listed on Ohio STNA registry or Ohio CNA (if CNA is in another state, must receive reciprocity within 180 days of hire), or
• Listed on Ohio or National Emergency Medical Services Registry, or
• 1+ years of patient care experience within the last three years.
• Requires training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and maintenance of certification.

Primary Location: Location A

Schedule: Part time

Shift: Night (United States of America)

Department: Bone Marrow Transplant

Employee Status: Regular

FTE: 0.6

Weekly Hours: 24

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability