Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA) - Cardiovascular Telemetry
About The Position
Join Cleveland Clinic’s Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute and become part of one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. This institute cares for patients with a variety of heart, vascular and thoracic diseases and provides the highest level of patient care, innovative treatments and a welcoming environment to all. These 24-bed Cardiovascular Telemetry Units specialize in post-open heart, surgical, and ventricular assist device patients. The units are fast-paced and provide excellent opportunities in nursing growth and development with the ability to care for patients undergoing innovative procedures. Patient population includes post heart surgery patients such as: • Coronary artery bypass surgery • Minimally invasive and robotic heart surgery • Ventricular assist devices • Valve replacement or repair • Other procedures, such as maze procedure, endarterectomy, aneurysm repair
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within new hire period
- Military experience as a Hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W) or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1) considered
- Nursing students who have recently completed a minimum of one clinical rotation as part of an accredited nursing school program may substitute the clinical rotation for the required experience
Nice To Haves
- State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA)
Responsibilities
- Provide or assist with patient care under the supervision of an RN, such as checking vital signs and weight, assisting patients with personal care, point of care testing, dressing changes, applying external monitoring devices and removing urinary Foley catheters.
- Report abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to an RN.
- Assist with keeping patients’ rooms clean and orderly.
Benefits
- Comprehensive offerings are an investment in your health, well-being and future.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
