PCNA/Clinical Administrative Assistant

University Hospitals; Ashland (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals in Ohio seeks a PCNA/Clinical Administrative Assistant to support patient care activities and clerical tasks under the RN. Responsibilities include ADLs, vital signs, EKG, data collection, and maintaining patient records while ensuring PHI security.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient interactions, efficient unit operations, onboarding of new team members, and stocking supplies to maintain smooth care delivery in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in a hospital setting is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to organize changing work assignments and manage PHI securely.
• Basic computer data entry skills and English proficiency are required.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care tasks as delegated by the RN and assists in the plan of care.
• Maintains patient records and supports data collection and reporting.
• Facilitates unit communication and onboarding of new team members.
• Assists with stocking and ordering supplies for patient care.
• Supports safe, compassionate interactions with patients and families.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizing tasks

Flexibility

Patient focused

Positive attitude

Data entry skills

English proficiency

Basic patient care skills

Team onboarding

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description - PCNA/Clinical Administrative Assistant (260005C8)

PCNA/Clinical Administrative Assistant - ( 260005C8 )

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)

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%