PCA- 3B Observation (Days) FT

Adena Health System; Chillicothe, Northern (OH, KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Good work-life balance

Career growth opportunities

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Adena Health System is seeking a Patient Care Associate (PCA) to join the 3B Observation team in Chillicothe. The role focuses on high-quality patient care, daily living activities, and telemetry support, contributing to our mission of compassionate healthcare.

The position is full-time with shift coverage from 6:00 am to 6:30 pm, working three days a week and every third weekend, based on experience and education. On-site at Chillicothe – 3B, with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or STNA required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, direct patient care to an assigned group of patients, supporting daily living activities, intake/output documentation, and coordination with care team.
• Collaborate with RN and other care providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes and a supportive environment.

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or STNA

Job description

Patient Care Associate

At Adena Health, our clinical professionals are part of focused, collaborative teams where autonomy and patient connection shape the daily rhythm of care. These roles are ideal for candidates who value meaningful patient relationships alongside technical excellence.

Mission Statement

“Called to serve our communities”.

Guiding Principle

“Let all that you do be done in love”.

Vision

To be the region's most trusted partner in healthcare.

Values

Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, and Trust.

Position Highlights

• Position: Patient Care Associate (PCA) - 90% 3B Observation


• Salary: Hourly rate based on years of experience/education


• Work Life Balance: Full-time 6a-6:30p 3 Days a week- Every third weekend


• Location/Department: Chillicothe – 3B


• On-Call: Not Required

Why Adena?

• Supportive, team culture where caregivers are valued


• Community rooted health system providing focused care that truly makes a difference


• Competitive pay and benefits and a focus on work-life balance


• Strong supportive leaders who invest in potential


• Career growth opportunities where your voice matters and your impact is seen

Does Adena offer growth opportunities?

Growth at Adena isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s built through relationships, mentorship, and opportunity.

Caregivers are encouraged to explore career paths that fit their strengths and interests through:

• Emerging leader and leadership development programs


• Tuition assistance and education support


• Skill-building and lateral career opportunities


• Visibility with leaders who recognize potential early

What You’ll Do

The Patient Care Associate (PCA)/Student Nurse/Unit Secretary provides high quality, direct patient care to an assigned group of patients, while providing an atmosphere that supports our mission to be our regions’ most trusted partner in healthcare. This includes, but is not limited to: activities of daily living, measure and document intake and output, foley removal, telemetry monitor set up & telemetry monitoring, phlebotomy, blood glucose monitoring, oxygen set up, etc. This position may also provide clerical support to the care team including typing, word processing, transcribing physician orders, and acting as a liaison facilitating communication with or between other care providers and visitors directly or via telephone. This individual works collaboratively with other care team members including the patient and family, and participates collaboratively with RN to achieve optimal outcomes. The PCA/Student Nurse/ Unit Secretary has access to confidential patient information, must communicate with all team members regarding care provided by them to the assigned patient group and carries out daily activities under the direct supervision of a Patient Care Coordinator / Registered Nurse, RN or Assistant Nurse Manager and indirect supervision of the Nurse Manager or Director.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required Educational Degree: High School Diploma, GED, or STNA

Why Caregivers Stay?

• Fair, reliable compensation


• Healthcare plans that reduce financial stress (EPO Plan offering the strongest coverage and lowest deductibles when you stay in Adena Care)


• Employer-funded protection and long-term financial support (3.5% retirement match with automatic 1% annual increase)


• PTO that grows with tenure


• Smaller teams = faster visibility

Adena Health System is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class