PCA - Specialty Pediatrics 7th - Full Time - Nights

Dayton Children's; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Dayton Children's is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support nurses in delivering patient-centered care on the Main Campus. The role emphasizes safety, confidentiality, and effective communication, with cross-training to assist both clinical and clerical tasks.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, PCA training or related healthcare education, and 1-2 years of hospital STNA experience is preferred. CPR may be required within two weeks of start date.

Qualifications

• HSD/GED required.
• PCA training or PCA experience or active enrollment in a health care related education program required.
• 1-2 years STNA experience in hospital setting preferred.
• CPR preferred at hire, but must be obtained within 2 weeks of start date.

Responsibilities

• Assists the nurse in completion of patient care activities.
• Records vital signs, intake and output, and assists with activities of daily living.
• Provides safe transportation and environment for patients.
• Cross-trained to support clinical and clerical sides of the business.

Skills

Strong communication

Questioning/reporting

Education

HSD/GED

Job description

Facility and Department

Facility: Dayton Children's - Main Campus Department: 7th Floor Tower II

Schedule and Hours

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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.