PCA: Pediatric Preop/PACU Support

Dayton Children's; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dayton Children’s is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for the Perioperative Services II department at the Main Campus. This full-time position (36 hours weekly) supports nurses in patient care activities, maintains confidentiality, and participates in safety and environment improvements.

Education required is a high school diploma or GED. Experience/training as a PCA or in a health-care related education program is preferred.

Qualifications

• Assists nurse with patient care activities across developmental levels.
• Records vital signs, intake and output, and ensures patient privacy.
• Cross-trained to support clinical and clerical sides of the business.

Responsibilities

• Meets patient care needs under supervision and reports patient information as indicated.
• Records vitals, intake/output, and assists with activities of daily living.
• Maintains patient safety and confidentiality in a busy hospital setting.

Skills

Communication skills

Vital signs

Activities of daily living

Education

HSD/GED

Job description

Dayton Children’s is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for the Perioperative Services II department at the Main Campus. This full-time position (36 hours weekly) supports nurses in patient care activities, maintains confidentiality, and participates in safety and environment improvements.

Education required is a high school diploma or GED. Experience/training as a PCA or in a health-care related education program is preferred.