Overview

Shifts Available: DaysEmployment Type: Full Time (36 hours/week)Hours: 12-hour shifts – 0700-1900 (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM)Location: St. Mary's Medical Center – Blue Springs, MO

 

We are seeking a Telemetry Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), also referred to as a Telemetry Nursing Assistant, Cardiac CNA or Patient Care Technician. Our Telemetry CNA will work on our Telemetry unit, assisting registered nurses in the care of patients who require continuous monitoring of their heart and vital signs, including patients with cardiac conditions, post-surgical needs, or other medical issues requiring close monitoring, under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.

Responsibilities

• Basic patient care: help patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) like bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating
• Vital signs monitoring: measure and document blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation
• Cardiac monitoring support: observe cardiac monitors and report any irregularities to the nursing staff
• Telemetry equipment: ensure telemetry leads and equipment are properly placed and functioning
• Observation: watch for any changes in condition (increased discomfort, difficulty breathing, altered mental status) and quickly notify the RN
• Mobility assistance: help patients get in and out of bed, walk, reposition, or use assistive devices
• Team communication: act as a liaison between patients and the nursing team

Qualifications

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, required
• Current BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain current
• Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Minimum six months’ previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred

 

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

 

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

 

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Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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