Patient Care Nurse Assistant - Cardiovascular Stepdown Unit

Cleveland Clinic

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Nurse Assistant works in the J6-2 Cardiovascular Stepdown Unit at Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, which provides post-surgery medical support for procedures such as coronary artery bypasses, valve replacements or repairs, and endarterectomies. Under the supervision of an RN, the caregiver assists with patient care and works with fellow caregivers to create a welcoming, healing environment. The position offers opportunities for educational advancement, career progression, and skills development courses. The schedule is part-time, nights, 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., with required weekend and holiday rotation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross upon hire or within the new-hire period.
• Physical ability to move and lift patients; manual finger dexterity and good eye-hand coordination; and ability to stand and walk extensively.
• Ability to perform Medium Work: exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly.

Nice To Haves

• State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA).
• Military experience as a Hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W), or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1) is considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide or assist with patient care under the supervision of an RN, including taking vital signs and weight, assisting with personal care, point-of-care testing, dressing changes, applying external monitoring devices, and removing urinary Foley catheters.
• Report abnormal findings or changes in patients’ physical, mental, or emotional conditions to an RN.
• Help keep patients’ rooms clean and orderly.
• Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED