Patient Care Assistant Nursing Resource Pool

Akron Children's Hospital•Akron, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) provides continuous observation and individual care for a group of patients under the supervision of a licensed nurse. This is a full-time, onsite role in the Nursing Resource Pool, scheduled for 36 hours per week from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., with weekend and holiday rotation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic Life Support (BLS) training from the American Heart Association.
Experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software.
Minimum one year of relevant experience is preferred.
No supervisory experience is required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and experience with medical terminology.
Experience working in a healthcare environment.
Experience working with an electronic medical record such as EPIC or similar software.
At least one year of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Provide continuous, one-on-one observation and monitoring of assigned patients.
Provide evidence-based de-escalation interventions.
Maintain a safe environment for self, patients, and others.
Remain alert and attentive to ensure the patient's safety and well-being.
Provide direct patient care, such as taking vital signs and transporting patients to other departments, as delegated by and under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
Stock linens and supplies.
Document observations, interventions, and pertinent information accurately and promptly in EPIC.
Prioritize and complete tasks for assigned patients in a timely and efficient manner.
Promptly alert nursing staff to signs of distress, discomfort, or changes in a patient's condition.
Maintain a calm and professional presence for patients and their family members.
Follow hospital or facility protocols and procedures related to patient observation and safety.
Perform other duties as assigned.