Patient Care Assistant- PPU

Job Title

Patient Care Assistant (PCA) II

Facility

Dayton Children's - Main Campus

Department

Perioperative Services - Main Campus II

Schedule

Full time

Hours

40

Job Description

Responsible for assisting the nurse in completion of patient care activities, taking into consideration the patient's developmental levels. Demonstrates strong communication skills, accepts delegated tasks and has the knowledge and understanding to ask questions and report patient information as indicated. Appropriately handles patient information understanding confidentiality and privacy. Complies with the safety management program designed to provide a physical environment free of hazards and to reduce the risk of injury. Is knowledgeable about and responsive to the mission of the hospital. The PCA promotes a patient and family experience oriented environment and acts as a change agent to meet the rapidly changing census and needs of all customers-both internal and external. The PCA measures and records vital signs, intake and output, assists patients with activities of daily living, and provides safe transportation and environment for patients. The PCA II is cross trained to support the clinical and clerical sides of the business.

Department Specific Job Details

Hours: M-F 7A-330P

Education

HSD/GED is required

Experience

PCA training or PCA experience or actively enrolled in a health care related education program is required

1-2 years STNA experience in hospital setting is preferred

Certification/Licensure

CPR is preferred at hire, but must be obtained within 2 weeks of start date