Patient Care Assistant- General Medicine & Behavioral Health

Overview: 0.9FTE- 36 hrs per week, Nights 7P-7A Required to work six weekend shifts per 6-week period Minimum pay- $19.10 per hour Nights differential adds $2.30 per hour Benefits Eligible Job Description Summary: Performs basic supportive care to 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. Essential Functions: Collects, documents, and reports vital signs. May complete screening questions and documentation or minor specimen testing as assigned. Promotes general patient safety. Holds and positions patients and assists with procedures. Prepares materials and supplies as delegated. Remains compliant with HIPAA, maintains professionalism, and ensures confidentiality of patient information. Ensures environmental standards are met and all unit and patient areas are stocked, cleaned, and maintained. Performs clerical and administrative tasks as necessary. Completes continuing education and participates in offered educational opportunities. May act as a preceptor and train other staff. Education Requirement: Completion of fundamentals course from an approved nursing program, or equivalent certification or experience, required. Certifications: Active Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) in the State of Ohio, or equivalent education or experience, required. Current CPR certification (BLS for healthcare provider), required. Skills: Effective written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills. 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. Displays a positive presence and interacts with patients, families, staff, outside vendors, consultants, and physicians. Experience: One year of patient care experience in a hospital setting within the last three years, or equivalent education or certification, required. Physical Requirements: OCCASIONALLY: Biohazard waste OCCASIONALLY: Climb stairs/ladder OCCASIONALLY: Computer skills OCCASIONALLY: Fume /Gases /Vapors OCCASIONALLY: Hand use: grasping OCCASIONALLY: Hand use: gripping OCCASIONALLY: Hand use: turning OCCASIONALLY: Interpreting Data OCCASIONALLY: Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs OCCASIONALLY: Lifting / Carrying: 61-100 lbs OCCASIONALLY: Loud Noises OCCASIONALLY: Machinery OCCASIONALLY: Power Tools OCCASIONALLY: Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance OCCASIONALLY: Repetitive hand/arm use OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Blood and/or Bodily Fluids OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Chemicals/Medications OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Depth perception OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Patient Equipment OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Reaching above shoulder OCCASIONALLY: Sitting FREQUENTLY: Squat/kneel CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech CONTINUOUSLY: Color vision CONTINUOUSLY: Hearing acuity CONTINUOUSLY: Peripheral vision CONTINUOUSLY: Seeing – Far/near CONTINUOUSLY: Standing CONTINUOUSLY: Walking Additional Information: 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 individuals 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 their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet About the Hospital: 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 15,000 strong. 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