Pcna - Orthopaedics

Join Cleveland Clinic's Mercy Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Officially becoming a full member of the Cleveland Clinic Health System in 2021, Mercy Hospital offers a wide variety of medical specialties to the communities in and around Stark County. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

Mercy Hospital's 5B Orthopaedic Unit cares for planned orthopaedic post-op surgical patients (hip and knee replacements, spine, and neck surgeries), orthopaedic injuries (falls and car accidents), and trauma patients that don't require critical care or are ready to come out of the ICU (gunshots, wounds, stabbings, car accidents, and traumatic falls). This collaborative unit works with Orthopaedic Surgeons, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and the trauma team. As a Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA), your primary duties will include providing or assisting with basic patient care under the supervision of an RN, reporting abnormal findings and changes in patients' condition and keeping patients' rooms clean and orderly.

The ideal future caregiver is someone who:

• Is reliable, trustworthy and flexible.

• Adapts quickly in a fast-paced environment.

• Provides care with compassion and empathy.

• Demonstrates a strong work ethic.

• Is a team player and quick learner.

By taking this opportunity, you will join a team with phenomenal caregiver retention as there are a lot of experienced RNs who have been here for 8+ years. Many of the RNs and LPNs in this unit started their careers as a PCNA and serve as great mentors for new PCNAs. This team is also known for their community outreach for various donation drives throughout the year.

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.

• Other duties as assigned. 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.

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.

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