About this opportunity
University Hospitals lists this Patient Care Nurse Assistant opportunity in ravenna, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Patient Care Nurse Assistant
*NOW HIRING: Night Shift PCNA (7pm-7a)/Rotating Weekends and Holidays* Are you a dependable and compassionate individual looking for a night shift opportunity? JOIN our team and make a meaningful difference while patients are healing and recovering!
Why Join Us? Supportive team environment Competitive pay and shift differential of $1.25! Opportunity to make a real impact during critical overnight hours
A Brief Overview
As a Patient Care Nursing Assistant (PCNA), you will completes patient care activities and provides clerical support as delegated by the RN. You will perform duties including, but not limited to: ADLs, vital signs, I&O, 12-lead ECG, bladder scan, hygiene, and venipuncture (where applicable). You will gain familiarity with using: Wheelchair, EKG equipment, patient assistive devices, and patient care equipment specific to assigned population. You will assist with patient data collection and reporting. You will maintain the patient record (in written and/or electronic format). You will facilitate communication and efficient unit operations. You will assist in orienting 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-Ravenna
Work Locations
: 6847 N Chestnut St Ravenna 44266
Job
: Technician / Patient Care
Organization
: Portage_Medical_Center
Schedule
: Full-time
Employee Status
: Regular - Shift Nights and Weekends
Job Type
: Standard
Job Level
: Entry Level
Travel
: No Remote Work : No
Worksite address
ravenna, OH, 44266, US
Who can apply
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