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UH Geneva Medical Center lists this Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA) opportunity in westlake, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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St. John Medical Center in Westlake only
Full-Time and Part-Time positions, day shift and night shift based on current openings
Possible units available: Emergency Department, 3 North and 3 South (med/surg), Step Down unit, MICU, Ortho, Central Nursing Administration
Day and Night shifts possibly available
Availability of shifts depending upon current openings
There is a one week orientation with a Mon-Fri 8a-4:30pm schedule.
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%
Worksite address
westlake, OH, 44145, US
Who can apply
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