PCNA/Clinical Administrative AssistantA 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: Wheelchair, EKG equipment, patient assistive devices, and patient care equipment specific to 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 DoPerforms basic patient care tasks as delegated by the RN and assists, under the direction of the RN, in the implementation of the established plan of care.Compassionate in all interactions with patients, families, and peers.Follows established evidence-based prevention guidelines to promote positive patient outcomes.Provides a safe environment in patient rooms and on unit.Facilitates stocking and ordering of supplies for patient care.Assists with unit communication.Acts as a key resource for onboarding and training new team members.Additional ResponsibilitiesPerforms other duties as assigned.Complies with all policies and standards.QualificationsEducation: High School Equivalent / GED (Required)Work Experience: Experience in a hospital setting (Preferred)Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Basic patient care skills. (Preferred proficiency) Effective communication with people from varied socioeconomic backgrounds.
(Required proficiency) Able to organize changing work assignments. (Required proficiency) Flexibility. (Required proficiency) Patient focused. (Required proficiency) Positive, can-do attitude; self-motivated and willing to learn.
(Required proficiency) One-year job stability. (Preferred proficiency) Basic computer data entry skills. (Required proficiency) Able to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal. (Required proficiency)Licenses and Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required within 90 Days)Physical DemandsStanding FrequentlyWalking FrequentlySitting RarelyLifting Frequently up to 50 lbsCarrying Frequently up to 50 lbsPushing Frequently up to 50 lbsPulling Frequently up to 50 lbsClimbing Occasionally up to 50 lbsBalancing OccasionallyStooping FrequentlyKneeling FrequentlyCrouching FrequentlyCrawling OccasionallyReaching FrequentlyHandling FrequentlyGrasping FrequentlyFeeling ConstantlyTalking ConstantlyHearing ConstantlyRepetitive Motions ConstantlyEye/Hand/Foot Coordination ConstantlyTravel Requirements: 10%Primary Location: United States-Ohio-AshlandWork Locations: 1025 Center St Ashland 44805Job: Technician / Patient CareOrganization: Samaritan_Medical_CenterSchedule: Part-timeEmployee Status: Regular-Shift NightsJob Type: StandardJob Level: Entry LevelTravel: NoRemote Work: NoJob Posting: Jun 1, 2026, 3:52:12 PM