Patient Care Assistant - Complex Airway Unit - Shift; Career PCA

Job Responsibilities

• Plan of Care - Provide approved care of assigned patients and assist in implementation of interventions under supervision of RN.
• Supervise and assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Supervise developmentally appropriate activities.
• Offer assistance to co‑workers after completion of own duties.
• Use crisis control techniques and assist in de‑escalation of patients and visitors.
• Assist with patient transport as requested.
• May assist with one–on–one patient observation as needed.
• Communicate by demonstrating the Cincinnati Children’s CARES behaviors in all interactions with patients, families, visitors, and co‑workers by actively participating as a frontline example of extraordinary customer service and satisfaction.
• Report present status or changes in patient condition on an ongoing basis and in the change‑of‑shift summary.
• Complete timely documentation of information in the patient medical record.
• Seek information and guidance when needed.
• Discuss concerns of the work situation with the Director or designee.

• Ensure that within the division, all areas are organized and present a safe, accessible, effective and efficient environment for patients, families, visitors, and employees.
• Comply with Infection Control policies and procedures.
• Adhere to safety procedures appropriate to children’s ages and developmental levels.

• Respond to communication system / patient alarms and execute with a sense of urgency.
• Answer the telephone in accordance with CCHMC telephone etiquette.
• Assemble charts, order patient supplies, and stock clerical supplies.
• May assist in the orientation and training of new employees.

• High school diploma or equivalent AND one of the following:
  • Completion of a medical/surgical or equivalent clinical rotation from an ACEN, CCNE or NLN CNEA accredited institution;
  • Listing on the Ohio STNA registry or Ohio CNA (if the CNA is from another state, reciprocity must be received within 180 days of hire);
  • Listing on the Ohio or National Emergency Medical Services Registry;
  • One or more years of patient‑care experience within the last three years.
• Requires training in cardio‑pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and maintenance of certification.

Primary location:
Location G.

Schedule:

part‑time, day shift (United States of America). Department:
Complex Airway. Employee status:
Regular. FTE: 0.6. Weekly hours: 24.

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.