PCA- Allergy Clinic

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Hilliard (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital Inc is seeking a dedicated patient care assistant to support RNs and care teams in a fast-paced hospital unit. You will collect vital signs, document observations, and report data to supervising staff, while maintaining patient safety and HIPAA standards.

This role emphasizes teamwork, professionalism, and ongoing learning in a clinical setting. 36 hours per week in a hospital environment, with opportunities for continuing education and hands-on training under

Qualifications

• Collects, documents, and reports vital signs and patient data.
• Maintains HIPAA privacy and professional conduct.
• Supports environmental standards and patient safety on the unit.

Responsibilities

• Collects, documents, and reports vital signs and data.
• Promotes patient safety and assists with procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information per HIPAA.

Skills

Vital signs collection

HIPAA compliance

Patient safety

Education

Fundamentals course completion

Job description

Job Description Summary

Performs basic supportive care to specified patients and families under the direction and supervision of an RN or Care Manager. Collects, documents, and reports data to the RN or Care Manager.

Overview

36 Hours per week

Job Description Summary

Performs basic supportive care to specified patients and families under the direction and supervision of an RN or Care Manager. Collects, documents, and reports data to the RN or Care Manager.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Collects, documents, and reports vital signs. May complete screening questions and documentation or minor specimen testing as assigned.
• Promotes general patient safety. Holds and positions patients and assists with procedures. Prepares materials and supplies as delegated.
• Remains compliant with HIPAA, maintains professionalism, and ensures confidentiality of patient information.
• Ensures environmental standards are met and all unit and patient areas are stocked, cleaned, and maintained.
• Performs clerical and administrative tasks as necessary.
• Completes continuing education and participates in offered educational opportunities. May act as a preceptor and train other staff.

Education Requirement

Completion of fundamentals course from an approved