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Job Description
- Req#: 296062
Assist nursing caregivers and carry out nursing orders.
Transport patients by wheelchair, bed or stretcher to and from the department and/or unit.
Function as a Certified Nurse Assistant to promote patient comfort.
Conduct EKGs and phlebotomy responsibilities.
Provide RNs/LPNs with accurate and timely intake/output data, vital signs, blood glucose results and other data.
Attend to patient and family needs and problems.
Respond to call lights within five minutes or communicate inability to do to, ensuring the response target is met.
Assist patients with activities of daily living , such as dressing, bathing and hygiene care .
Document care provided in the medical record, report all pertinent information regarding patient condition, note and communicate changes, and report patient needs to the primary nurse or supervisor.
Assist with patient nutritional needs, such as tray setup, feeding, hygiene, toileting and linen changes.
Restock necessary supplies on a daily basis and order supplies.
Collect and transport specimens.
H igh S chool D iploma or GE D
Basic Life Support (BLS) C ertification through the American Heart Association (AHA)
Graduate of an approved N ursing P rogram or previous hospital training
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certification
Six months of experience in an acute care hospital setting
- The position requires a considerate amount of physical work not to exceed 50 pounds.
- Any workload exceeding 50 pounds will require assistance.
- The individual will be required to pull up or reposition patients in bed, lift supplies, place equipment or supports, and push beds throughout the hospital.
- The individual must be able to bend over to perform certain duties such as check chest tube drainage, check urine output, etc.
- The individual must be able to quickly maneuver throughout halls, stairways and patient rooms in response to hospital emergencies.
- Interpretation of environmental input requires visual and auditory skills. In the event there is a need to evacuate the building, heavy lifting will be required to carry patients to safety.
- 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.
- Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.
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Job Title
PCNA - Float Pool, PRNLocation
WestonFacility
CC Florida Hospital WestonDepartment
Nursing Administration-Weston HospitalJob Code
000186Shift
Day/Evening/Night/WeekendSchedule
7:00am-7:30pm/7:00pm-7:30amJob Summary
Job Details
Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education, all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale and Florida regions. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world .As a PCNA i n the Float Pool, you will work with diverse populations of patients in numerous internal departments and/or locations (e.g., Martin North, Ma rtin South or Tradition) while learning from many of our best caregivers. You will coordinate with fellow staff to create a welcoming, healing and warm environment for patients. This position offers a flexible schedule and the ability to pursue educational advancement, higher positions and skills development courses offered by Cleveland Clinic. In this role, you have an excellent opportunity to start your nursing career and work in a supportive and caring healthcare setting .
A caregiver in this position work s day/evening/night/weekend, 7:00AM—7:30PM or 7:00PM—7:30AM.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
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Physical Requirements:
Personal Protective Equipment:
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