PCA - Hem/Onc - Full Time

Dayton Children's; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Dayton Children's is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support the Hematology department on the Main Campus. The role involves assisting nurses with patient care activities, monitoring patients, and ensuring safety and privacy in a fast-paced pediatric setting.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, PCA training or experience, and be prepared to obtain CPR within two weeks. This full-time position offers 36 hours weekly and a dynamic team devoted to high-quality pediatric care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• PCA training or experience required or actively enrolled in a related program.
• CPR certification preferred at hire; must be obtained within 2 weeks of start date.

Responsibilities

• Assist the nurse in patient care activities, considering the patient’s developmental level.
• Measure and record vital signs, intake and output.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and provide safe transportation and environment.
• Cross-trained to support clinical and clerical sides of the business.

Skills

Vital signs

Communication

Patient transport

ADL assistance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PCA training/experience

CPR certification (preferred)

Job description

Facility: Dayton Children's - Main Campus Department: Hematology Schedule: Full time Hours: 36 Job Details: Responsible for assisting the nurse in completion of patient care activities, taking into consideration the patient's developmental levels. Demonstrates strong communication skills, accepts delegated tasks and has the knowledge and understanding to ask questions and report patient information as indicated. Appropriately handles patient information understanding confidentiality and privacy. Complies with the safety management program designed to provide a physical environment free of hazards and to reduce the risk of injury. Is knowledgeable about and responsive to the mission of the hospital. The PCA promotes a patient and family experience oriented environment and acts as a change agent to meet the rapidly changing census and needs of all customers-both internal and external. The PCA measures and records vital signs, intake and output, assists patients with activities of daily living, and provides safe transportation and environment for patients. The PCA is cross trained to support the clinical and clerical sides of the business.

Job Description Job Description Education: HSD/GED is required Experience: PCA training or PCA experience or actively enrolled in a health care related education program is required 1-2 years STNA experience in hospital setting is preferred Certification/Licensure: CPR is preferred at hire, but must be obtained within 2 weeks of start date Department Specific Job Details: At Dayton Children's, we believe that each moment counts with our patients, families, and with each other. We are moving at a fast pace and are looking for the right talent for our team at Dayton Children's. We want people who embody our values and want to become a part of the Dayton Children's difference.

Our values:

• We commit to safety - We ensure every action and decision prioritizes the safety of patients, families, and employees.
• We serve with compassion - We bring generosity, empathy, and kindness to all interactions.
• We own every moment - We take pride in everything we do.
• We're better together - We collaborate, communicate, and support one another to deliver optimal care.
• We innovate with purpose - We adapt and change to improve pediatric care, for today and tomorrow.
• We value and respect each person - We create an inclusive space where everyone feels welcome and respected.

Dayton Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or based on age, color, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or transgender status.