About Akron Children's HospitalAkron Children's Hospital has been caring for children since 1890, and our pediatric specialties are ranked among the nation's best by U.S. News & World Report. With two hospital campuses, regional health centers and more than 50 primary and specialty care locations throughout Ohio, we're making it easier for today's busy families to find the high-quality care they need. In 2020, our health care system provided more than 1.1 million patient encounters. We also operate neonatal and pediatric units in the hospitals of our regional health care partners. Every year, our Children's Home Care Group nurses provide thousands of in-home visits, and our School Health nurses manage clinic visits for students from preschool through high school. With our Quick Care Online virtual visits and Akron Children's Anywhere app, we're here for families whenever and wherever they need us. Learn more at .OUR PROMISESTo treat every child as we would our ownTo treat others as they would like to be treatedTo turn no child away for any reasonWe are seeking people who are committed to fostering a diverse environment in which patients, family and staff from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed, included and can thrive.Cuyahoga Falls School DistrictMonday-FridayWhile school is in session8:30Am-3:30PmSummary:The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) provides school health services as directed by the School Health Services, Clinical Coordinator (Registered Nurse) to the student population serviced.Responsibilities:Actively interfaces with patients and families of Akron Children's HospitalCollects data that contributes to the assessment and evaluation of individualized care and needs of assigned patients, including discharge plans, under the direction of the licensed nurse.Prepares patients for examination; takes and records vital signs; administers medications as directed by the Providers according to policy and procedure.Accurate and timely documentation of care within the school medical recordCollects, process, and submits laboratory specimens in accordance with policy and procedure.Performs clinical duties that are department specific such as PCOT, hearing and vision screenings, and any other procedures.Communicated patient findings and pertinent information to the Provider and/or Licensed Nurse utilizing appropriate communication/documentation processes.Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age and developmental status.Develops and maintains positive relationships with patients/students, families, school personnel and colleagues.Performs routine task and general office duties such as faxing, copying, filling, etc. as needed.Completes all assignments during scheduled working hours.Other information:Technical ExpertiseKnowledge of and experience in medical terminology is required.Experience working in a healthcare environment is preferred.Experience working in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software is required.Experience working in electronic medical record (i.e., EPIC) or similar software is preferredEducation and ExperienceEducation: High School Diploma or equivalent is requiredYears of relevant experience: Minimum one (1) year of experience is preferred.Years of experience supervising: NonePart TimeFTE: 0.600000Status: OnsiteAkron Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.EEO is the law, please click/copy paste the link below to learn more:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088EEOCKnowYourRights6.12Scr