Patient Care Nurse Assistant – Neurosciences

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 52,294,000 - 71,492,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic is seeking a caregiver for the H60 Neurosciences unit on the Main Campus in Cleveland, OH. The role supports RN-led patient care, assists with vital signs, ADLs, transfers and monitoring, and helps keep rooms clean and safe.

The position requires a HS diploma or GED, BLS certification, and willingness to work a 7:00am–7:30pm schedule; prior HM/68W/4N0X1 experience is considered, with STNA preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Military healthcare experience (HM, Combat Medic, 4N0X1) will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide or assist with patient care under the supervision of an RN, including vital signs, ADLs, transfers and monitoring.
• Report abnormal findings to an RN.
• Assist with keeping patients' rooms clean and orderly.

Skills

Vital signs

ADLs assistance

RN communication

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Education

High school diploma or GED

State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA)

Military medical experience considered (HM/68W/4N0X1)

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

The H60 Neurosciences unit cares for complex neurological medical and surgical patients diagnosed with conditions such as stroke, Multiple Sclerosis, brain and spine tumors, Parkinson’s Disease, Epilepsy, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Myasthenia Gravis, degenerative brain diseases and spinal disorders. Located on Main Campus, the H60 unit is certified as part of a Comprehensive Stroke Center within Cleveland Clinic’s nationally ranked Neurological Institute and our caregivers are highly trained specialists in advanced neurological assessment techniques.

A caregiver in this position works days, 7:00am—7:30pm.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Provide or assist with patient care under the supervision of an RN. Patient care may include vital signs, weight, assisting patients with personal care and activities of daily living, patient transfers/transport, pulse oximetry, point of care testing, dressing changes, applying external monitoring devices and removing urinary Foley catheter.
• Report abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to an RN.
• Assist with keeping patients’ rooms clean and orderly.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• A high school diploma or GED
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
• Military experience as a Hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W) or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1) will be considered

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA)

Physical Requirements:

• Requires full body motion to move and lift patients, manual finger dexterity with good eye-hand coordination; involves extensive standing and walking.
• Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $18.25

Maximum hourly: $24.95

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).