Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA)

University Hospitals; Chardon (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Sign-on bonus for night shifts

Free parking

Retirement and pension plans

Employee Rewards Program

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Chardon, OH is seeking a Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA) to provide compassionate care and support to patients. The PCNA will complete various patient care activities and assist RNs in providing top-notch care. Candidates should possess a High School Equivalent/GED and basic patient care skills. This role offers competitive salary, shift differentials, and a sign-on bonus for night shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience in a hospital setting preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Complete patient care activities and provide clerical support.
• Perform ADLs, vital signs, and assist with patient data collection.
• Facilitate communication and efficient unit operations.

Skills

Basic patient care skills

Effective communication

Organization skills

Flexibility

Patient focus

Computer data entry skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Equivalent / GED

Tools

Wheelchair

EKG equipment

Patient assistive devices

Job description

Overview

Job Description - Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA) (250009JN)

Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA) - ( 250009JN )

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 Hospital Geauga Medical Center are looking for dedicated and passionate team members to fill variable shifts (ex: Nights, Days, Evenings). Available units include: Ortho ICU, Psych, Float Pool & Med/Surg.

Benefits Made For You include:

• Competitive salary + up to an additional $1.25 per hour for NIGHT shift!
• Up to a $1000 Sign-on bonus for NIGHT shift!
• Free parking!
• Retirement and pension plans
• Employee Rewards Program
• Career advancement through our Career Ladder Program

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Education, Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• 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%