Compassionate Patient Care Assistant | Vital Signs & Support

University Hospitals; Cleveland (OH); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 28.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University Hospitals is seeking a Patient Care Nursing Assistant (PCNA) to support patient care activities and clerical tasks as delegated by the RN. Responsibilities include ADLs, vital signs, I&O, ECG, and venipuncture where applicable, plus familiarity with EKG equipment and patient care devices.

The PCNA also maintains patient records and assists with onboarding new staff. The role emphasizes compassionate patient interactions, adherence to prevention guidelines, and ensuring a safe unit

Qualifikationen

• PCNA duties include basic patient care tasks delegated by the RN, such as ADLs, vital signs, I&O, ECG, bladder scan, hygiene, and venipuncture where applicable.
• Must be familiar with wheelchairs, EKG equipment, patient assistive devices, and department-specific patient care equipment.
• Maintains patient records in written and/or electronic formats.
• Supports onboarding and training of new team members.

Aufgaben

• Performs basic patient care tasks as delegated by the RN and assists, under the RN direction, in implementing the established plan of care.
• Shows compassion in all interactions with patients, families, and peers.
• Follows established prevention guidelines to promote positive patient outcomes.
• Provides a safe environment in patient rooms and on the unit.
• Facilitates stocking and ordering of supplies for patient care.
• Assists with unit communication.
• Acts as a key resource for onboarding and training new team members.

Jobbeschreibung

University Hospitals is seeking a Patient Care Nursing Assistant (PCNA) to support patient care activities and clerical tasks as delegated by the RN. Responsibilities include ADLs, vital signs, I&O, ECG, and venipuncture where applicable, plus familiarity with EKG equipment and patient care devices.

The PCNA also maintains patient records and assists with onboarding new staff. The role emphasizes compassionate patient interactions, adherence to prevention guidelines, and ensuring a safe unit