Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA) - Cardiac ICU
About The Position
The Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA) works in the Kemper Cardiac Intensive Care Unit at Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital, a 14-bed, fast-paced ICU providing 24/7 monitoring for patients with heart diseases and conditions. The unit works with the Department of Cardiology and the Invasive Cardiology team, participates in the Code Crimson team, responds to inpatient rapid responses and Code Blue alarms, and assists with monitoring and caring for patients receiving moderate sedation procedures, including transesophageal echocardiography and cardioversions. Under RN supervision, the PCNA provides or assists with patient care and coordinates with fellow caregivers to support a welcoming, healing environment. The role offers opportunities for educational advancement, skills development, and progression to higher positions. The schedule is days, 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., with rotating weekend and holiday requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, or obtain certification during the new-hire period.
- Nursing students must have BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross before hire.
- Proficiency in applied mathematics and reading comprehension at an eighth-grade level.
Nice To Haves
- State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) qualification.
- Military experience as a Hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W), or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1) will be considered.
Responsibilities
- Provide or assist with patient care under the supervision of an RN.
- Take vital signs and weights.
- Assist patients with personal care and activities of daily living.
- Assist with patient transfers and transport.
- Perform pulse oximetry and point-of-care testing.
- Perform dressing changes, apply external monitoring devices, and remove urinary Foley catheters.
- Report abnormal findings or changes in patients’ physical, mental, and emotional conditions to an RN.
- Help keep patients’ rooms clean and orderly.
- Coordinate with fellow caregivers to create a welcoming, healing, and warm environment for patients.
Benefits
- Opportunities for educational advancement, higher positions, and skills development courses.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
