PCA- 3B Observation (Nights) FT

Adena Health System; Chillicothe (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Adena Health System in Chillicothe, OH is seeking a Patient Care Associate to join our 3B Observation team. This role provides high-quality patient care, assists with activities of daily living, and collaborates with the RN and care team to ensure safe, compassionate patient experiences. The position is full-time with night shifts from 6 p.m.

to 6:30 a.m., three nights per week and every third weekend. On-site work within a community-focused health system offers opportunities for growth and a

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, direct patient care to an assigned group of patients.
• Provide clerical support to the care team and coordinate communication with other care providers.
• Collaborate with RN to achieve optimal outcomes.

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.

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 6p-6:30a 3 Nights 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

Ready to Explore?

If you’re looking for a role where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your community is at the heart of what you do — we’d love to connect.

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