Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA)

University Hospitals; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Day 1 benefits

Retirement plan

Career ladder program

Job summary

University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center & Seidman Cancer Center is looking for a compassionate Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA) to support essential patient care activities and clerical tasks under RN supervision. The role spans units such as ICU, Med/Surg, Cardiology, and Oncology, with various shift options.

Responsibilities include ADLs, vital signs, I&O, basic nursing tasks, and patient data documentation.

Qualifications

• Basic patient care skills.
• English communication skills required.
• Ability to organize changing work assignments.
• Flexibility in schedule and roles.
• Patient-focused and compassionate approach.
• Positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn.
• Stable work history preferred.
• Basic computer data entry abilities.
• Proficient English communication, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic patient care tasks as delegated by RN.
• Provide compassionate interactions with patients and families.
• Follow evidence-based guidelines to support patient outcomes.
• Maintain safe environment in patient rooms and on unit.
• Assist with stocking and ordering supplies.
• Support unit communication and teamwork.
• Assist with onboarding and training new staff.

Skills

Basic patient care

Communication

Organization

Flexibility

Patient focused

Positive attitude

English proficiency

Data entry

Job description

Job Description - Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA) (26000A8G)

Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA) - ( 26000A8G )

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 Cleveland Medical Center & Seidman Cancer Center are looking for dedicated and passionate team members to fill variable shifts (ex: Nights, Rotating Day/Night, Days, Evening) PCNA positions. Available units include: ICU, Step Down, Med/Surg, and Surgical, Cardiology, Psych & Oncology.

Benefits Made For You include:

• Competitive salary + up to an additional $1.50 per hour!
• 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.
• 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)