PCNA State Tested - Epilepsy Monitoring Unit

Cleveland Clinic • Cleveland, OH

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA) works in the 15-bed Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU), which provides care for patients with suspected or confirmed seizure disorders. The PCNA assists with and provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), helping address patients’ physical and mental well-being during the diagnostic process. The role offers hands-on experience as part of a supportive team of nurses and physicians.

This position works nights, from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Personal protective equipment must be used as required under standard precautions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) credential.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross; if not already held, it must be obtained during the new-hire period.
• Nursing students must have BLS certification upon hire.
• Military experience as a Hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W), or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1) will be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Nursing student who has recently completed at least one clinical rotation as part of an accredited nursing school program.

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, or emotional conditions to an RN.
• Help keep patients’ rooms clean and orderly.

What This Job Offers

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