Patient Care Assistant - C4C NICU - Days

Nationwide Children's Hospital • Columbus, OH

3d

About The Position

The Patient Care Assistant performs basic supportive care for specified patients and families under the direction and supervision of an RN or Care Manager. The role collects, documents, and reports patient data and supports patient safety and unit operations. This position is 0.9 FTE, or 36 hours per week, on a day shift from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend and holiday work is required. Base pay is $19.10 per hour, plus applicable shift differentials; pay is commensurate with experience.

The position requires completion of a fundamentals course from an approved nursing program, or equivalent certification or experience; an active Ohio CNA certification or equivalent education or experience; current BLS-for-healthcare-provider CPR certification; and one year of hospital patient-care experience within the last three years, or equivalent education or certification. The assistant must demonstrate competence in age-appropriate care for pediatric patients of all ages and selected adult patients.

Requirements

• Completion of a fundamentals course from an approved nursing program, or equivalent certification or experience.
• Active Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification in Ohio, or equivalent education or experience.
• Current CPR certification (BLS for healthcare provider).
• Effective written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated competence, as defined in the Patient Care Assistant responsibilities/skills checklist, in providing age-appropriate care and services to pediatric patients of all ages and selected adult patients.
• Positive presence and ability to interact with patients, families, staff, outside vendors, consultants, and physicians.
• One year of patient care experience in a hospital setting within the last three years, or equivalent education or certification.

Responsibilities

• Collect, document, and report vital signs; complete screening questions, documentation, or minor specimen testing as assigned.
• Promote general patient safety, hold and position patients, assist with procedures, and prepare delegated materials and supplies.
• Comply with HIPAA, maintain professionalism, and ensure confidentiality of patient information.
• Ensure environmental standards are met and unit and patient areas are stocked, cleaned, and maintained.
• Perform clerical and administrative tasks as needed.
• Complete continuing education and participate in educational opportunities.
• May act as a preceptor and train other staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed