Trauma Step-Down Patient Care Assistant

MetroHealth; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Professional certification incentives

Medical/dental insurance

OPERS retirement

Job summary

MetroHealth is seeking staff for the Acute Care Adult Trauma Step Down Unit, 5 East. The role supports trauma patient care, vital signs monitoring, and daily patient assistance under RN guidance.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and current BLS certification (or within 90 days). Strong teamwork, time management, and critical thinking are essential for this on-site position in Cleveland, OH.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current AHA Basic Life Support for healthcare provider or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Must work well in a team and demonstrate good judgment, flexibility, initiative, and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and comfort needs.
• Monitor vital signs and respond to call lights promptly.
• Support trauma step-down patient care in 5 East under RN guidance.
• Collaborate with RNs, LPNs, interns, and other care team members.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vital Signs & Monitoring

Team Collaboration

Time Management

Job description

MetroHealth is seeking staff for the Acute Care Adult Trauma Step Down Unit, 5 East. The role supports trauma patient care, vital signs monitoring, and daily patient assistance under RN guidance.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and current BLS certification (or within 90 days). Strong teamwork, time management, and critical thinking are essential for this on-site position in Cleveland, OH.