Patient Care Nurse Assistant - Leukemia

                    

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Job Title

Patient Care Nurse Assistant - Leukemia

                        

Location

Cleveland

                    

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

                     

Department

G111 Leukemia-Main Campus Hospital

                      

Job Code

G99972

                     

Shift

Variable

                       

Schedule

7:00am-7:30pm/7:00pm-7:30am

                       

Job Summary

                         

Job Details

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. 

 

Our G111 Leukemia Unit cares for patients undergoing therapy for leukemia and other immunologic cancers. Our talented, specially trained team provides chemotherapy and intensive intravenous therapies, including IV antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals, blood products and electrolyte replacements. As a PCNA, you will assist nurses and healthcare staff in ensuring patients have the best possible experience throughout treatment. You will gain hands-on experience in a variety of techniques, enhancing your caregiving abilities. 

 

This is an excellent opportunity for a student who is looking to start their nursing career at Cleveland Clinic and work in a supportive and caring environment. This PRN position offers a flexible schedule that allows for a balance between school, work, and life. 

 

A caregiver in this position works varying hours, from 7:00am—7:30pm or 7:00pm—7:30am. 

 

A caregiver who excels in this role will:  

• Provide or assist with patient care under the supervision of an RN. Patient care may include vital signs, weight, assisting patients with personal care and activities of daily living, patient transfers/transport, pulse oximetry, point of care testing, dressing changes, applying external monitoring devices and removing urinary Foley catheter.  

• Report abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to an RN.  

• Assist with keeping patients’ rooms clean and orderly.  

 

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

• High School Diploma or GED  

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross upon or within new hire period  

• Military experience as a Hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W) or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1) considered 

 

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: 

• State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) Certification 

Physical Requirements