PCA

The Christ Hospital Health Network; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christ Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) I to support patient care by ensuring comfort and safety under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in Ohio. Duties align with the hospital's model of care emphasizing collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare teams.

Responsibilities include assisting the RN with delegated tasks, maintaining confidentiality, and promoting patient and unit safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required
• 0 - 1 Years of Experience Required
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Required

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with delegated clinical tasks while maintaining confidentiality.
• Demonstrate effective communication, adaptability, teamwork, and accountability.
• Ensure patient and unit safety.
• Provide patient comfort and hygiene and document per policy.
• Orient patients and families to the hospital and facilitate communication during stay.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

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