Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA)

University Hospitals

Orange (OH)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

University Hospitals in Ohio is seeking a Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA) to provide essential patient care under RN supervision.

The role encompasses ADLs, vital signs, I&O, and basic procedures, while ensuring compassionate patient interactions, proper documentation, and unit efficiency. Candidates should have a high school diploma and prefer hospital experience; BLS is required within 90 days.

Qualifications

High School/GED required.
BLS certification within 90 days.
Strong communication with diverse patients and teams required.
English written and verbal communication required.
Proactive, reliable, and flexible team member preferred.
Basic computer data entry skills required.

Responsibilities

Perform basic patient care tasks as delegated by the RN.
Assist with implementing the established plan of care.
Provide compassionate interactions with patients, families, and peers.
Follow evidence-based prevention guidelines to promote positive outcomes.
Maintain a safe environment in patient rooms and on unit.
Assist with stocking and ordering supplies for patient care.
Support unit communication and training of new team members.

Skills

Basic patient care

Effective communication

Organize changing work assignments

Flexibility

Patient focused

Positive attitude

Basic computer data entry

English communication

Education

High School GED

Job description

Job Description - Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA) (260007GB)

Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA) - ( 260007GB )

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.

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)

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