PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT - SCHOOL HEALTH

Location: Akron, Ohio

Job ID: 36558

About the role

At Akron Children’s, careers in nursing feel different. You make an impact on a daily basis, face-to-face, on children and their families. You do much more than treat patients. As the individual your patients come to recognize, rely on and smile at, you go beyond the title of nurse. Because this is more than a job. It’s what you were meant to do.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous, one-on-one observation and monitoring of assigned patients.
• Provide evidence-based de-escalation interventions
• Maintain a safe environment for self, patients and others
• Remain alert and attentive at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of the patient.
• Provide direct patient care such as vital signs and transporting patients to other departments as delegated by and under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Stock linens and supplies
• Document observations, interventions, and any pertinent information accurately and in a timely manner within EPIC
• Prioritize and execute task for the assigned patients in a timely and efficient manner
• Alert nursing staff promptly to any signs of distress, discomfort, or changes in the patient's condition.
• Maintain a calm and professional presence for the patient and their family members.
• Follow all hospital or facility protocols and procedures related to patient observation and safety.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) training from the American Heart Association required.
• Minimum one (1) year of relevant experience preferred.
• Knowledge of and experience in medical terminology preferred.
• Experience working in a healthcare environment preferred.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software required.
• Experience working in an electronic medical record (e.g., EPIC) or similar software preferred.
• Personal traits: Compassionate, Helpful, Personable, Positive, Sincere, Understanding.

Benefits

• Nurse Residency Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Education Assistance
• Career Development
• Ascend Program
• Awards and Recognition

Schedule

Part-Time, 32 hours per week, variable schedule, onsite.