Shadowing And Interviewing Experience
We welcome interested individuals to participate in a shadowing/interview program. This is a wonderful opportunity to experience Cleveland Clinic culture and picture yourself working here.
You will engage with caregivers in similar roles that you are exploring and have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.
upLIFT PCNA Orientation
upLIFT stands for unlicensed personnel: learning, impacting and flourishing together. This orientation provides a holistic experience for the new caregiver, giving you the confidence and skills to start on the unit.
Goals for this orientation include the PCNA being able to:
- Consistently and effectively communicate with other caregivers, patients and visitors.
- Explain key expectations of the PCNA role in the professional setting.
- Safely perform the key clinical skills required in the PCNA role.
- Identify opportunities to actively display or advocate for Cleveland Clinic’s mission.
Orientation On The Unit
Following upLIFT orientation, you will be paired with a preceptor on the new unit on which you will work.
Here you will meet your peers and watch them in action with plenty of time for notetaking and asking questions.
We take every measure to conduct your orientation in a manner that aligns with your learning style.
Beyond Orientation
UAP Skills Fairs
Hospitals across the enterprise host skills fairs for Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP), which includes PCNAs. The fairs offer ongoing support and education with relevant skills and resources to assist you in your role. The fair topics promote your clinical skill development and professional growth.
UAP Conference
The annual conference empowers PCNAs in their role through a dynamic professional development event designed specifically for Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) across Cleveland Clinic.
