Patient Care Associate - James Corrections Healthcare Unit
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio, US
Patient care team member
Patient focused care
Cooperation and mutual respect
The Patient Care Associate (PCA) functions as an integral member of a team of care providers on a patient care unit, reflect a culture of cooperation, enthusiasm, and mutual respect
Job Summary
The Patient Care Associate (PCA) functions as an integral member of a team of care providers on a patient care unit, reflect a culture of cooperation, enthusiasm, and mutual respect.
The team, consisting of the Registered Nurse, and the Patient Care Associate provides patient care and supportive services that are directed towards achievement of patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient's involvement in his/her own plan of care, improving services levels, and reducing decreasing costs.
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is committed to enhancing the quality of care our patients receive.
Matching Summary
The Patient Care Associate (PCA) functions as an integral member of a team of care providers on a patient care unit, reflect a culture of cooperation, enthusiasm, and mutual respect.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
patient care team member
patient focused care
cooperation and mutual respect
Nice-to-have
strong customer service skills
organizational skills
time management skills
Key Requirements
High school diploma or GED preferred
Previous patient care experience preferred
PCA training course completion required after hire