Patient Care Assistant - H7B Neonatology - Days

Nationwide Children's Hospital•Columbus, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs basic supportive care for specified patients and families under the direction and supervision of an RN or Care Manager. Collects, documents, and reports data to the RN or Care Manager. The position is listed as 24 hours per week, with day hours of 7 a.m.–7:30 p.m. or night hours of 7 p.m.–7:30 a.m., every third weekend, and a holiday rotation. The role supports pediatric patients of all ages and selected adult patients. Duties include collecting and reporting vital signs, supporting patient safety and procedures, maintaining patient and unit areas, and completing clerical tasks. The position requires an active Ohio CNA certification or equivalent education or experience, current CPR certification (BLS for healthcare providers), and one year of recent hospital patient-care experience or an accepted equivalent.

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 as defined in the Patient Care Assistant responsibilities/skills checklist for providing age-appropriate care and services to pediatric patients of all ages and selected adult patients.
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 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.
Provide age-appropriate care and services to pediatric patients of all ages and selected adult patients.