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Nursing Department Assistant (NDA) III U GF - Geriatric Psych
Cleveland ClinicLutheran Hospital · full time · Entry-level
Listed on Cleveland Clinic’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.
What this role is
This is a patient care support role on a geriatric psychiatry unit, where you'd assist nurses with daily care activities, equipment maintenance, and basic clinical tasks like vital signs and specimen collection. It suits people starting a healthcare career who are comfortable with physical demands and working in a mental health setting.
Our summary, not Cleveland Clinic’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention National Organization certification
- Basic math skills and ability to read and write
- Ability to lift and handle patients
- Ability to work standing, walking, kneeling, reaching and bending frequently
Nice to have
- State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) Certification
- Previous nursing assistance experience
- Healthcare experience in nursing home or inpatient care
- Behavioral health and medical background