PCNA Cardiac Stepdown

PCNA Cardiac Stepdown

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Performs duties to promote patient comfort and provides assistance to the nursing staff as a part of the patient care team. Transports patients by wheelchair, bed or stretcher to and from the department and nursing units under the direct supervision of an RN. Functions as a certified Nurse Assistant to promote patient comfort for all classification of patients including adolescents; young adults; middle adults; and the elderly. Assists nursing staff as directed. Conducts EKG and phlebotomy responsibilities when directed.

Join our team at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital and experience world-class patient care at its best. Located in sunny Florida's Treasure Coast, Indian River Hospital is committed to providing optimal family- and community-focused services. Here, you will be part of a collaborative, compassionate, and innovative team of caregivers. You will work with state-of-the-art technology and will build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

The 5 East Cardiac Stepdown Unit at Indian River Hospital is an extension of the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) offering mixed acuity telemetry and medical services. As a PCNA on this team, you will coordinate with fellow caregivers to create a welcoming, healing and warm environment. This position offers the ability to pursue numerous educational advancement opportunities, advanced positions and skills development courses offered by Cleveland Clinic.

A caregiver in this position works days from 6 : 45 AM 7 : 15 PM.

A caregiver who excels in this role will :

• Assist nursing caregivers, promote patient comfort and carry out nursing orders
• Transport patients by wheelchair, bed or stretcher from the department / unit
• Conduct EKG and phlebotomy duties
• Attend to patient and family needs and problems
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing and hygiene
• Report pertinent information regarding patient condition to appropriate nursing staff
• Assist patients with tray set up and feeding

Restock supplies daily and order supplies from Central Supply. Document care provided in the medical record. Collect and transport specimens. Provide RNs / LPNs with accurate and timely intake / output data, vital signs, blood glucose results and other data, note changes from prior measurement and communicate accordingly. Respond to call lights within five minutes or communicate inability to do so. Report patient needs to an RN / LPN immediately.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include :

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include :

Physical Requirements :

Mental Demands : Ability to work at a fast pace and to prioritize multiple assignments / projects and respond to numerous requests; ability to resolve conflicts among staff and to work collaboratively with department director, physicians and other members of the Healthcare team; ability to ensure operational efficiency; ability to problem solve and make decisions; ability to exercise self control and tolerate stress when dealing with multiple requests and / or conflicting demands from multiple customers.

Special Demands : Essential Sensory requirement - ability to visually assess patients and implement plan of care. Essential Technical / Motor Skill - finger dexterity and eye / hand coordination are necessary when charting, using equipment, and providing direct patient care.

Personal Protective Equipment : Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.