PCA, Liberty PACU

Full-time position at Liberty Campus, 40 hours per week.

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose.

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children’s Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Consistently among the top 3 Children’s Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025) and America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
• One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
• Certified as a great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better, including the responsible use of artificial intelligence.

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 1 on 1 patient observation as needed

Communication

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

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• AND one of the following:
  • Completion of medical/surgical or equivalent clinical rotation from ACEN, CCNE, or NLN CNEA accredited institution
  • Listed on Ohio STNA registry or Ohio CNA (If CNA is in another state, must receive reciprocity within 180 days of hire)
  • Listed on Ohio or National Emergency Medical Services Registry
  • 1+ years of patient care experience within the last three years
• Training in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and maintenance of certification

Pay

Expected starting pay range: $17.49 - $20.99 per hour. Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on-call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

Schedule

Day shift, full-time, 40 hours per week.