About the position
At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's. Cincinnati Children's is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best children's hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years, second among all children's hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding, recognized as one of America's Best Large Employers (2025), America's Best Employers for New Grads (2024), one of the nation's America's Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune, consistently certified as a great place to work, a leading disability employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability, and Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
Responsibilities
- Provide approved care of assigned patients and assist in implementation of interventions under supervision of RN.
- Supervise and assist patients with activities of daily living.
- Supervise developmentally appropriate activities.
- Offer assistance to co-workers after completion of own duties.
- Use crisis control techniques and assist in de-escalation of patients and visitors.
- Assist with patient transport as requested.
- May assist with 1 on 1 patient observation as needed.
- Demonstrate the Cincinnati Children's CARES behaviors in all interactions with patients, families, visitors and co-workers.
- Report present status or changes in patient condition on an ongoing basis and in change of shift summary.
- Complete timely documentation of information in the patient medical record.
- Seek information and guidance when needed.
- Discuss concerns of work situation with Director or designee.
- Ensure that all areas are organized and present a safe, accessible, effective and efficient environment for patients, families, visitors, and employees.
- Comply with Infection Control policies and procedures.
- Adhere to safety procedures appropriate to children's ages and development levels.
- Respond to communication system/patient alarms and execute with a sense of urgency.
- Answer the telephone in accordance with CCHMC telephone etiquette.
- Assemble charts, order patient supplies, and stock clerical supplies.
- May assist in the orientation and training of new employees.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent AND NLN or CCNE accredited nursing program student.
- Completion of medical/surgical or equivalent clinical rotation OR Listed on Ohio STNA registry OR Ohio CNA; If CNA is in another state, must receive reciprocity within 180 days of hire OR Listed on Ohio Emergency Medical Services Registry.
Benefits
- Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment.
- Competitive retirement plans.
- Tuition reimbursement for continuing education.
- Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners.
- Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs.
- Referral bonus program for current staff.
- Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group.
- Physical and mental health wellness programs.
- Relocation assistance available for qualified positions.
