Pediatric Inpatient Care Assistant

Connecticut Children's; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Connecticut Children’s Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to provide direct patient care under RN supervision on inpatient units (MS6/MS7/MS8/ACGT). Responsibilities include assisting with meals, hygiene, vital signs, specimen collection, and transporting supplies while maintaining safety and infection control standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, BLS/CPR within 2 weeks of hire, and CNA/EMT training is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS/CPR required within 2 weeks of hire; Crisis Intervention training within 3 months.
• CNA or related credential preferred; Pediatric PCA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Accurately document patient information in electronic records.
• Maintain unit supplies and equipment; assist with admissions/discharges.
• Support safety, infection control, and environment of care policies.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity in interactions with patients, families, and staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred

Education

High school diploma / GED

CNA training or Medical Assistant program or EMT certification (preferred)

Pediatric PCA experience (preferred)

Job description

Connecticut Children’s Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to provide direct patient care under RN supervision on inpatient units (MS6/MS7/MS8/ACGT). Responsibilities include assisting with meals, hygiene, vital signs, specimen collection, and transporting supplies while maintaining safety and infection control standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, BLS/CPR within 2 weeks of hire, and CNA/EMT training is preferred.