PCA - H9B Rehabilitation Unit

10 Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH is hiring a Certified Nurse Aide for a night shift (11:00 PM–7:30 AM) with every other weekend. In a typical pay period, you’ll work three weeknight 8-hour shifts and two 8-hour weekend shifts.

Under supervision of an RN or Care Manager, you will collect vitals, document data, assist with procedures, maintain patient safety, and help with basic clerical tasks. Requires CNA certification in Ohio, CPR, and at least one year of recent hospital

Qualifications

• Completion of fundamentals course from an approved nursing program.
• One year of patient care experience in a hospital setting within the last three years is preferred or equivalent certification/experience.
• Effective written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Collects, documents, and reports vital signs.
• Assists with procedures and maintains patient safety.
• Prepares materials and supplies; maintains clean and stocked environment.
• Performs clerical and administrative tasks as necessary.
• May act as a preceptor and train other staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Fundamentals course from nursing program

Job description

Overview:

Night shift position 8 hours 11PM- 7:30AM with the requirement of every other weekend ( The weekend is considered Friday night shift and Saturday night shift). In a pay period it will be three 8 hour night shift during the week and two 8 hours during the weekend.

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.

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 nursing program, or equivalent certification or experience, required.

Certifications:

Active Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) in the State of Ohio, or equivalent education or experience, required.

Current CPR certification (BLS for healthcare provider), required.

Skills:

Effective written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Must demonstrate competence as defined in the Patient Care Assistant responsibilities/skills checklist in providing age appropriate care and services to pediatric patients of all ages and selected adult patients. Displays a positive presence and interacts with patients, families, staff, outside vendors, consultants, and physicians.

Experience:

One year of patient care experience in a hospital setting within the last three years, or equivalent education or certification, required.

Physical Requirements:

OCCASIONALLY: Biohazard waste, Climb stairs/ladder, Computer skills, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Interpreting Data, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 61-100 lbs, Loud Noises, Machinery, Power Tools, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance, Repetitive hand/arm use, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Hearing acuity, Peripheral vision, Seeing – Far/near, Standing, Walking

EOE:

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet

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