Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA) - Cardiac VIP Unit

Cleveland Clinic

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. The Cleveland Clinic’s J8-3 Cardiac VIP Unit, also known as the “1921 Suites,” is a 17-bed unit that provides exceptional, state-of-the-art care for medical/surgical and cardiology step-down patients. Staff are specifically trained to care for high-amenity patients and manage a wide range of complex conditions, including Cardiothoracic, Transplant, Vascular, Orthopedic, Urology, Colorectal, and Spine surgeries, as well as Coronary and Electrophysiological interventions. Care is delivered in a therapeutic, technologically advanced environment designed to support optimal healing and an outstanding patient experience. As a PCNA on this team, you will coordinate with fellow caregivers to create a welcoming, healing and warm environment for patients. This position offers the ability to pursue educational advancement, higher positions and skills development courses offered by Cleveland Clinic. In this role, you have an excellent opportunity to start your nursing career and work in a supportive and caring healthcare setting. A caregiver in this role works nights from 7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross or must obtain during your new hire period
• Nursing students: required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association or American Red Cross (AHA) prior to hire
• Military experience as a Hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W) or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1) will be considered
• Proficient in applied mathematics & reading comprehension at an eighth-grade level

Nice To Haves

• State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA)
• Strong Customer service background

Responsibilities

• Provide or assist with patient care under the supervision of an RN.
• Patient care may include vital signs, weight, assisting patients with personal care and activities of daily living, patient transfers/transport, pulse oximetry, point of care testing, dressing changes, applying external monitoring devices and removing urinary Foley catheter.
• Report abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to an RN.
• Assist with keeping patients’ rooms clean and orderly.

What This Job Offers

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