Patient Care Nurse Assistant Dr. Andreani

University Hospitals•Chardon, OH

1d•Onsite

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. The PCNA assists with patient data collection and reporting, maintains the patient record (in written and/or electronic format), facilitates communication and efficient unit operations, and orients newly hired PCNAs.

Requirements

High School Equivalent / GED
1 year of experience in a medical setting
Familiarity with using: Wheelchair, EKG equipment, patient assistive devices, and patient care equipment specific to assigned population.
Effective communication with people from varied socioeconomic backgrounds.
Able to organize changing work assignments.
Flexibility.
Patient focused.
Positive, can-do attitude; self-motivated and willing to learn.
Basic computer data entry skills.
Able to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal.
Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required within 90 Days)

Nice To Haves

Basic patient care skills.
One-year job stability.

Responsibilities

Performs basic patient care tasks as delegated by the RN and assists, under the direction of the RN, 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.
Abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients.