Providence Medical Center
Location
Kansas City, Kansas
Provide essential direct patient care and support to nurses in a step-down unit for patients requiring close monitoring. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, assisting with personal hygiene, and supporting patient mobility.
Candidates must hold a current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate and BLS (AHA) certification. Knowledge of medical terminology is required, and previous acute care experience is preferred.
**If you have experience in the Critical Care Unit (CCU), Telemetry (Tele) or Progressive Care Unit (PCU) or other acute care area of the hospital you are encouraged to apply! Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to): Help patients maintain their personal hygiene and comfort by assisting with daily tasks they may struggle with due to illness or weakness (such as bathing, dressing, feeding and toileting) Monitor and document vital signs like blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature which helps the healthcare team track patient progress and detect early signs of decline or improvement Help with patient mobility by assisting with transfers, repositioning, and ambulation to prevent complications and help with circulation Observe patients for changes in condition and reporting concerns promptly to nursing staff Supporting basic medical procedures under nurse supervision, such as collecting specimens or helping with wound care Maintain a clean and safe environment, including infection control measures
Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have: Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, required Current BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain current. Additional Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus: Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician's office preferred Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/ #LI-CB1 Employment Status Full Time Shift Nights Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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