PCNA/Clinical Admin Assistant

University Hospitals; Chardon Township (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals in Ohio seeks a caregiver to join the Emergency Department. The role supports the RN with patient care tasks, data collection, and unit operations, while providing compassionate interactions with patients and families.

The position may include clerical duties and onboarding responsibilities for new team members, with day or night shifts available to ensure coverage in a fast-paced emergency setting.

Qualifications

• Performs basic patient care tasks delegated by the RN.
• May perform PCNA and/or administrative assistant duties during a shift.
• Familiar with patient care equipment and EKG technology.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care tasks as delegated by the RN and assists in implementing the plan of care.
• Maintains patient records in written and/or electronic format.
• Stocks and orders supplies for patient care and supports unit operations.

Skills

ADLs

Vital signs

I&O

ECG

Venipuncture

Clerical support

Job description

Join our Emergency Department as a caregiver and become an essential part of a team providing compassionate care when patients need it most!

Day or Night shift available!

A Brief Overview

• Completes patient care activities & provides clerical support as delegated by the RN.
• May perform PCNA and/or administrative assistant during a shift as needed.
• 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.
• Conducts chart audits as directed by the nurse manager.
• Assists with patient data collection and reporting.
• Assists with billing functions as needed.
• Maintains the patient record (in written and/or electronic format).
• Orders supplies for the department as directed by the nurse manager.
• Facilitates communication and efficient unit operations.
• Orients newly hired PCNAs and/or administrative assistants.
• Within the administrative assistant role, provides clinical, reception, communication, and guest relations support using verbal, electronic, and written techniques to maintain the operations of the assigned area.

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.
• Provides a safe environment in patient rooms and on unit.
• Facilitates stocking and ordering of supplies for patient care.
• Assists with unit communication and facilitates unit operations.
• 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.