PCNA/Clinical Administrative Assistant.Samaritan ED

University Hospitals Pain Management; Ashland (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a full-time Patient Care Liaison to support nurse-led patient care and ensure efficient unit operations. Responsibilities include assisting with basic patient care under RN supervision, maintaining patient records, and coordinating unit supplies. Join a compassionate team and advance your career through opportunities like tuition reimbursement and a career ladder for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Tuition reimbursement after six months

Ashland University Discount

Career Ladder Progression

Qualifications

• Assisting with basic patient care tasks under RN supervision.
• Compassionate communication with patients and families.
• Maintaining patient health records and facilitating unit operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic patient care tasks as delegated by the RN.
• Provide clerical support and assist with patient data collection.
• Order department supplies and assist with unit communication.

Job description

Description

Benefits include:

·Competitive hourly rate

·Tuition reimbursement after six months

·Ashland University Discount

·Career Ladder Progression

FULL TIME 36hr/wk Variable Shift - rotating weekends and holidays.

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.