Patient Care Nurse Assistant. Medina Internal Medicine Associates

University Hospitals • OH

94d

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• High School Equivalent / GED (Required)
• 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)
• Experience in a hospital setting (Preferred)

Nice To Haves

• One-year job stability (Preferred proficiency)
• Experience in a hospital setting (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care tasks as delegated by the RN and assists 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.
• Acts as a key resource for onboarding and training new team members.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED