Pediatric Night Shift Patient Care Assistant

10 Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for night shift (7p–7a). Positions offer 24 hours/week (.6 FTE) or 36 hours/week (.9 FTE) with every other weekend.

You will support RN/Care Manager by collecting vital signs, assisting with procedures, maintaining safety, and performing basic clerical tasks. Requires CNA certification in Ohio, CPR, and at least one year of hospital patient care.

Qualifications

• Completion of fundamentals course from an approved nursing program, or equivalent certification or experience.
• One year of patient care experience in a hospital within the last three years.
• Active CNA in Ohio and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Maintains HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality.
• Ensures unit areas are stocked, cleaned and maintained.
• Performs clerical and administrative tasks as necessary.
• Completes continuing education and participates in educational opportunities.
• May act as a preceptor and train other staff.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

HIPAA/compliance

Teamwork

Education

CNA Ohio certification

Job description

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for night shift (7p–7a). Positions offer 24 hours/week (.6 FTE) or 36 hours/week (.9 FTE) with every other weekend.

You will support RN/Care Manager by collecting vital signs, assisting with procedures, maintaining safety, and performing basic clerical tasks. Requires CNA certification in Ohio, CPR, and at least one year of hospital patient care.