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University Hospitals lists this Patient Care Nurse Assistant opportunity in painesville, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Patient Care Nurse Assistant
Are you passionate about helping others and making a difference in your community? As a Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA), you'll be essential in offering compassionate care and support to patients. University Hospitals Tripoint Medical Center is looking for dedicated and passionate team members to fill variable shifts. Openings may include: Emergency Department, Surgical/Telemetry, Medical/Telemetry, ICU, Rehab.
Benefits Made For You include: Competitive salary + additional compensation for night shift differential Free parking for regular status caregivers Day 1: Medical / Dental / Vision Retirement and pension plans Employee Rewards Program Career advancement through our Career Ladder Program
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.
Qualifications 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%
Primary Location: United States-Ohio-Concord
Work Locations: 7590 Auburn Rd Concord 44077
Job: Nursing Assistant
Organization: TriPoint_Medical_Center
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular - Shift Variable
Job Type: Standard
Job Level: Entry Level
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time Remote Work: No
Worksite address
painesville, OH, 44077, US
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