Patient Care Nurse Assistant Job at University Hospitals, Elyria, OH

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  • University Hospitals
  • Elyria, OH

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Positions are for Elyria Medical Center only

Full Time and Part Time depending on available openings 

Various units 

Possible units available: Emergency Department, 6 Smythe (Ortho/Med/Surg), 8 Smythe (Cardiac/Tele)  9 Smythe (Observation/Cardiac Tele)

10 Smythe (Med/Surg) , 11 Smythe (Med/Surg),  Clinical Float Pool, In patient Psych, Outpatient Surgery

Day and Night shifts depending on available shifts

Typically 12 hour shifts, rotating weekends and holidays

 

A Brief Overview

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. Assists with patient data collection and reporting. Maintains the patient record (in written and/or electronic format). Facilitates communication and efficient unit operations. Orients newly hired PCNAs.

What You Will Do

 

  • 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. (15%)
  • 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.

Additional Responsibilities

 

  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.
  • For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
  • Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Qualifications

Education
  • High School Equivalent / GED (Required)
Work Experience
  • Experience in a hospital setting (Preferred)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
  • Basic patient care skills. (Preferred proficiency)
  • Effective communication with people from varied socioeconomic backgrounds. (Required proficiency)
  • Able to organize changing work assignments. (Required proficiency)
  • Flexibility. (Required proficiency)
  • Patient focused. (Required proficiency)
  • Positive, can-do attitude; self-motivated and willing to learn. (Required proficiency)
  • One-year job stability. (Preferred proficiency)
  • Basic computer data entry skills. (Required proficiency)
  • Able to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal. (Required proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required within 90 Days)
Physical Demands
  • Standing Frequently
  • Walking Frequently
  • Sitting Rarely
  • Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs
  • Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs
  • Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs
  • Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs
  • Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs
  • Balancing Occasionally
  • Stooping Frequently
  • Kneeling Frequently
  • Crouching Frequently
  • Crawling Occasionally
  • Reaching Frequently
  • Handling Frequently
  • Grasping Frequently
  • Feeling Constantly
  • Talking Constantly
  • Hearing Constantly
  • Repetitive Motions Constantly
  • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly
Travel Requirements
  • 10%

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Work experience placement, Shift work, Night shift, Rotating shift, Day shift,

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