Nursing Department Assistant II - Patient Transporter

Cleveland Clinic • Fort Wayne, IN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Department Assistant II supports patient care at Cleveland Clinic Lutheran Hospital by helping create a safe, healing environment. The role includes assisting with activities of daily living and hygiene, documenting care and patient condition, and transporting patients and visitors. The assistant also performs support tasks and errands, helps maintain supplies and equipment, and collaborates with the healthcare team to support patient care and unit operations. The position works a 6:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. schedule and includes weekend and holiday requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Customer service skills.
• Multitasking skills.

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare, hospital, or outpatient experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide for patients’ daily living activities.
• Transport visitors and patients via wheelchair, cart, or bed.
• Practice injury prevention.
• Maintain established levels of supplies.
• Ensure the safety of self and patients when transporting or transferring patients.
• Perform transportation tasks, including delivery of patient specimens, medical records, and patient care equipment.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to promote patient care and the overall functioning of the unit.
• Maintain, clean, and adjust department equipment, including wheelchairs, as needed.
• Observe and report changes in patients’ conditions on an ongoing basis.
• Provide or assist with hygiene and care.
• Document care provided in the patient record.
• Keep patient areas neat and uncluttered.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement eligibility to pursue becoming an RN.
• Online and in-person courses to enhance skills.
• Professional development resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED