Patient Care Nurse Assistant-Hanna Pavilion

University Hospitals; Parma; In loco; EUR 25.000 - 35.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A healthcare institution is seeking a Patient Care Nursing Assistant in Parma, Italy. This role includes providing basic patient care, assisting with unit operations, and participating in onboarding new staff. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience in a hospital setting. Skills in communication and basic patient care are essential, along with the ability to maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment.

Competenze

• Experience in a hospital setting preferred.
• Communication with varied socioeconomic backgrounds required.
• One-year job stability preferred.

Mansioni

• Perform basic patient care tasks as delegated by the RN.
• Facilitate unit communications and onboarding.
• Maintain a safe environment and manage supplies.

Conoscenze

Basic patient care skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Patient focused

Positive attitude

Computer data entry skills

English communication

Formazione

High School Equivalent / GED

Strumenti

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Descrizione del lavoro

A Brief Overview

The Patient Care Nursing Assistant (PCNA) completes patient care activities and provides clerical support as delegated by the RN. PCNAs perform duties including, but not limited to: ADLs, vital signs, I&O, 12‑lead ECG, bladder scan, hygiene, and venipuncture (where applicable). Familiarity with using: Wheelchair, EKG equipment, patient assistive devices, and patient care equipment specific to assigned population. Assists with patient data collection and reporting. Maintains the patient record (in written and / or electronic format). Facilitates communication and efficient unit operations. Orients newly hired PCNAs.

What You Will Do

• Perform basic patient care tasks as delegated by the RN and assist, under the direction of the RN, in the implementation of the established plan of care.
• Compassionate in all interactions with patients, families, and peers.
• Follow established evidence‑based prevention guidelines to promote positive patient outcomes. (15%25)
• Provide a safe environment in patient rooms and on unit.
• Facilitate stocking and ordering of supplies for patient care.
• Assist with unit communication.
• Act as a key resource for onboarding and training new team members.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Complies with all policies and standards.

For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.

Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education

High School Equivalent / GED (Required)

Work Experience

Experience in a hospital setting (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Basic patient care skills. (Preferred proficiency)
• Effective communication with people from varied socioeconomic backgrounds. (Required proficiency)
• Able to organize changing work assignments. (Required proficiency)
• Flexibility. (Required proficiency)
• Patient focused. (Required proficiency)
• Positive, can‑do attitude; self‑motivated and willing to learn. (Required proficiency)
• One‑year job stability. (Preferred proficiency)
• Basic computer data entry skills. (Required proficiency)
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required within 90 Days)

Physical Demands

• Standing Frequently
• Walking Frequently
• Sitting Rarely
• Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Balancing Occasionally
• Stooping Frequently
• Kneeling Frequently
• Crouching Frequently
• Crawling Occasionally
• Reaching Frequently
• Handling Frequently
• Grasping Frequently
• Feeling Constantly
• Talking Constantly
• Hearing Constantly
• Repetitive Motions Constantly
• Eye / Hand / Foot Coordination Constantly

Travel Requirements

10%25