PCA - H9B Rehabilitation Unit

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH seeks a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant for night shift (11 PM–7:30 AM) with every other weekend. The role includes basic patient care under RN supervision, data collection, vital signs, and HIPAA confidentiality.

Responsibilities include safety, equipment prep, clerical tasks, patient and family support, and upholding unit standards. Requires completion of approved nursing assistant program, Ohio CNA certification, and CPR-BLS.

Qualifications

• Completion of fundamentals course from an approved nursing program, or equivalent certification or experience.
• Active CNA certification in the State of Ohio, or equivalent education or experience.
• Current CPR certification (BLS for healthcare provider).

Responsibilities

• Collects, documents, and reports vital signs.
• Promotes patient safety and assists with procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information (HIPAA).
• Ensures unit areas are stocked, cleaned, and maintained.
• Performs basic clerical/administrative tasks.
• Completes continuing education and may train other staff.

Skills

Communication

Pediatric care

HIPAA compliance

Education

Nursing assistant program completion

CNA certification Ohio

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.

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.

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 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, Sitting
FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Depth perception, 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

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"