Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA)

University Hospitals Pain Management; Parma (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Pain Management in Parma is seeking a Patient Care Nursing Assistant (PCNA) for full-time and part-time positions. The role involves completing patient care activities and providing clerical support as delegated by the RN. The PCNA will perform duties such as ADLs, vital signs, and assist with data collection while maintaining efficient unit operations.

Ideal candidates will be compassionate and able to handle various patient care tasks, including the use of patient care equipment. Flexibility with shifts and units is required based on current openings.

Qualifications

• Compassionate attitude towards patients and families.
• Ability to perform basic patient care tasks.
• Familiarity with patient care equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic patient care tasks as delegated by the RN.
• Maintain a safe environment in patient rooms.
• Facilitate communication within the unit.

Job description

Parma Medical Center only

Full-Time and Part-Time positions depending on current openings

Variable shifts, Nights and Days depending on current openings

Variable units available based on current openings:

• Emergency Department
• 3 Medical/Surgical
• 6 Medical/Surgical
• Step Down
• CCU Step Down
• PACU
• OR
• Pain Mgt
• MICU
• 7 Surgical
• Joint Camp

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.