Patient Care Nurse Assistant

Are you passionate about helping others and making a real difference in your community’s health? As a Patient Care Nurse Assistant (PCNA) , you'll be essential in offering compassionate care and support to patients.

University Hospitals is looking for dedicated team members to fill variable shifts (e.g., nights, rotating day/night, days). Units may include ICU, Step Down, Med/Surg, Emergency Department, PACU.

Day Shift: 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m., Night Shift: 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.

Benefits Made For You Include:

• Free parking for regular status caregivers
• Day 1: Medical / Dental / Vision
• Retirement and pension plans
• Employee Rewards Program
• Career advancement through our Career Ladder Program

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 a wheelchair, EKG equipment, patient assistive devices, and patient care equipment specific to the 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

• Perform basic patient care tasks as delegated by the RN and assist, under the direction of the RN, in the implementation of the established plan of care.
• Be compassionate in all interactions with patients, families, and peers.
• Follow established evidence‑based prevention guidelines to promote positive patient outcomes (15%).
• Provide a safe environment in patient rooms and on unit.
• Facilitate stocking and ordering of supplies for patient care.
• Assist with unit communication.
• Act as a key resource for onboarding and training new team members.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• 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.