Patient Care Assistant, Hematology/Oncology
Cincinnati Children's
About the Role
Patient Care Assistant, Hematology/Oncology - 12 Hours/week, PM Shift at Cincinnati Children's.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan of Care:
- Provide approved care of assigned patients and assist in the implementation of interventions under the supervision of an 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 1 on 1 patient observation as needed.
- Communication:
- Demonstrate Cincinnati Children's CARES behaviors in all interactions.
- Report present status or changes in patient condition on an ongoing basis and in change of shift summary.
- Complete timely documentation of information in the patient medical record.
- Seek information and guidance when needed.
- Discuss concerns of work situation with Director or designee.
- Environment:
- Ensure all areas are organized and present a safe, accessible, effective, and efficient environment.
- Comply with Infection Control policies and procedures.
- Adhere to safety procedures appropriate to children's ages and developmental levels.
- Administrative Support:
- 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.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- AND one of the following:
- Completion of medical/surgical or equivalent clinical rotation from an ACEN, CCNE, or NLN CNEA accredited institution.
- Listed on Ohio STNA registry or Ohio CNA (reciprocity required within 180 days of hire if CNA is in another state).
- Listed on Ohio or National Emergency Medical Services Registry.
- 1+ years of patient care experience within the last three years.
- Requires training in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and maintenance of certification.