Patient Care Nurse Assistant

University Hospitals Pain Management; Beachwood, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Medical / Dental / Vision day 1

Retirement and pension plans

Employee Rewards Program

Career Ladder Program

Job summary

University Hospitals is seeking a Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA) to provide compassionate patient care and clerical support as delegated by the RN. Shifts vary (nights, rotating, days) across units such as ICU, Step Down, Med/Surg, ED, PACU. Day shift is 7:00a-7:00p and night shift is 7:00p-7:00a.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, vital signs, I&O, 12-lead ECG, hygiene, and venipuncture where applicable. The role emphasizes safety, unit operations, and onboarding new staff.

Qualifications

• The PCNA completes patient care activities and provides clerical support as delegated by the RN.
• Familiarity with using equipment and devices for patient care.
• Onboarding and training of new team members.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care tasks as delegated by the RN.
• Provides compassionate interactions with patients and families.
• Follows evidence-based guidelines to promote positive outcomes.

Skills

ADLs

Vital signs

I&O

Empathy

Communication

Team coordination

Tools

EKG equipment

Patient assistive devices

Job description

Are you passionate about helping others and making a real difference in your community’s health? As a Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA), you'll be essential in offering compassionate care and support to patients. University Hospitals is looking for dedicated and passionate team members to fill variable shifts (ex: Nights, Rotating Day/Night, Days) PCNA positions. Units May include: ICU, Step Down, Med/Surg, Emergency Department, PACU

Day Shift-7:00a-7:00p, Night Shift-7:00p-7:00a

Benefits Made For You include:

• Free parking for regular status caregivers
• Day 1: Medical / Dental / Vision
• Retirement and pension plans
• Employee Rewards Program

• Career advancement through our Career Ladder Program

  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

• Performs basic patient care tasks as delegated by the RN and assists, under the direction of the RN, in the implementation of the established plan of care.
• Compassionate in all interactions with patients, families, and peers.
• Follows established evidence-based prevention guidelines to promote positive patient outcomes. (15%)
• Provides a safe environment in patient rooms and on 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.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs 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.