Patient Care Assistant- General Medicine & Behavioral Health

Nationwide Children's Hospital•Columbus, OH

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, including vital signs, and may complete screening questions, documentation, or minor specimen testing as assigned. The assistant promotes patient safety, helps position and hold patients, assists with procedures, and prepares delegated materials and supplies. The position also maintains patient and unit areas, performs clerical and administrative tasks, follows confidentiality requirements, and participates in continuing education. The role may include precepting and training other staff. This position is 0.9 FTE (36 hours per week) on nights, 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., and requires six weekend shifts per six-week period. Minimum pay is $19.10 per hour, with a $2.30-per-hour night differential. Benefits eligibility is stated.

Requirements

Completion of a fundamentals course from an approved nursing program, or equivalent certification or experience.
Active Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification in the State of 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 in providing age-appropriate care and services to pediatric patients of all ages and selected adult patients, as defined in the Patient Care Assistant responsibilities/skills checklist.
One year of patient care experience in a hospital setting within the last three years, or equivalent education or certification.
Positive presence and ability to interact with patients, families, staff, outside vendors, consultants, and physicians.

Responsibilities

Collect, document, and report vital signs; complete screening questions and documentation or minor specimen testing as assigned.
Promote general patient safety; hold and position patients and assist with procedures.
Prepare materials and supplies as delegated.
Comply with HIPAA, maintain professionalism, and protect the 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 necessary.
Complete continuing education and participate in offered educational opportunities.
May act as a preceptor and train other staff.
Collect, document, and report patient data to the RN or Care Manager.