Responsibilities will include tasks where you will:
Report abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, or emotional condition.
Assist with keeping the patient's room clean and tidy.
Maintain personal growth and development through ongoing education.
The ideal future caregivers is someone who:
Is pursuing their RN degree (ADN, ASN, or BSN) and has completed at least 1 clinical rotation.
Provides patient-centered care with compassion and empathy.
Thrives in a close-knit, teambuilding environment.
Demonstrates a strong work ethic.
Can critically think and problem solve for patients' best interests.
Calling all RN Nursing Students! This is a PRN opportunity which allows you the flexibility to work around your school schedule while learning valuable skills.Join Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Located in Dover, Ohio, Union Hospital is an award-winning not-for-profit community hospital serving the communities of eastern Ohio. Community and personalized care are at the forefront of Union Hospital's values. At Cleveland Clinic, you will be part of a talented, compassionate, and driven team of caregivers. You will work with state-of-the-art technology and provide stellar patient care. At Cleveland Clinic, you will build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.As a Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA) in our Stepdown Unit, you will assist and provide direct patient care while under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This position requires someone to be flexible and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment. A PCNA in this role is familiar with reporting and watching a patient's health condition while organizing and aiding with housekeeping in patient rooms. Work alongside our nurses and physicians who are eager to teach and welcome new people to the team. Your primary duties will include:
Providing or assisting with basic patient care.
Reporting abnormal findings and changes in condition.
Helping patients with personal care and activities of daily living.
The ideal caregiver is someone who:
Provides care with compassion, positivity, and patience.
Thrives in a team environment.
Is dependable, punctual, and motivated.
Demonstrates a strong work ethic.
Can critically think and problem solve for patients' best interests.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who seeks to enhance their nursing skills through learning and growth opportunities.At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.Responsibilities:
Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to RN.
These may include but are not limited to vital signs, weights, assisting patients with personal care and activities of daily living, patient transfers/transport, pulse oximetry, point of care testing, dressing changes, application of external monitoring devices, and removal of urinary Foley Catheter.
Assists with keeping patient rooms clean & orderly.
Demonstrates a positive, concerned and sensitive response in the workplace.
Strong interpersonal skills to interact with patients and staff.
Ability to read, write and speak English and to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to perform basic clinical mathematics.
Competencies in both the professional, technical and clinical knowledge domains must be demonstrated in a safe, effective and efficient manner.
Maintains personal growth and development through the ongoing process of formal and informal education.
Other duties as assigned
Education:
High School Diploma/GED.
Certifications:
State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) preferred.
Successful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) required within new hire period.
Nursing students required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) prior to hire.
Complexity of Work:
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Work Experience:
Demonstrates proficiency in applied mathematics & reading comprehension at minimum junior high level as scored on the employment assessment.
Nursing students who have recently completed a minimum of one clinical rotation as part of an accredited nursing school program may substitute the clinical rotation for the required experience.
Military experience as a Hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W) or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1) will be considered.
Physical Requirements:
Requires full body motion to move and lift patients, manual finger dexterity with good eye-hand coordination; involves extensive standing and walking.
Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities