Patient Care Assistant- BH Nursing PCD (Evening) - Nationwide Children's Hospital

Available Shifts:

• Evening Shift - 3:00pm-11:30pm
• 24 hours per week available (0.6 FTE)
• Every Other Weekend Required

Benefits eligible.

Position Starts at 19.00 an hour

The Patient Care Assistant is responsible for performing basic supportive care to specified patients/families under the direction and supervision of an RN/Care Manager. Collects, documents, and reports data to the RN Care Manager but does not interpret data. Demonstrates competence in providing age-appropriate care and service for pediatric patients from birth to 21 years, and selected adults.

The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose.

Here,Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission.

We’re 14,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we’ll never meet. Kids who live healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere.

Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children’s badge what they do for a living. They’ll tell you it’s More Than a Job. It’s a calling. It’s a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere.

Nationwide Children’s Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.

Why work in Behavioral Health?

-Performs clerical office coordination and administrative tasks as necessary.

-Collects, documents, and reports vital signs such as: blood pressure or mean arterial pressure, heights, and weights. Completes screening questions and documents all items into medical record.

-Promotes general patient safety and performs minor specimen testing. Holds, positions patients and assists with procedures. Preps all materials and supplies as needed.

-Remains compliant with HIPAA, maintains professionalism and ensures confidentiality of patient information.

-Ensures environmental standards are met and all clinic and patient areas are stocked, cleaned, and maintained.

-Identifies learning needs and attends continuing education as appropriate. Participates in educational activities offered by the business unit. Acts as a preceptor of orientation and training of other PCA staff.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

1. High school graduate or equivalent GED.

2. State Tested Nursing Assistant strongly preferred OR one year of comparable experience in a hospital setting within the past 3 years. Nursing student can qualify if they have successfully completed the fundamentals of nursing course(s) of an approved college/school program

4. Good written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

5. Basic computer skills i.e. navigation, use of mouse, keyboard

6. Neat appearance, good grooming and professional manner.

7. Completion of orientation classes offered by Nationwide Children's Hospital Department of Professional Development and the unit/area.

8. Must demonstrate 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.

9. Current CPR (BLS for Healthcare Provider required).

MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Must be able to see, hear, stand, walk, speak, read, and perform basic math calculations (add, subtract, multiply and divide), and perform manual tasks with or without accommodation, and care for oneself with little or no difficulty.

2. Applies the principles of body mechanics in lifting or moving patients and/or equipment.

3. Must be able to independently lift up to 35 pounds.

4. Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with the assistance of another person(s) and/or equipment. The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individual so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet.