Job Overview
Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), where your compassionate care and attention to detail will make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients across various healthcare settings. In this vital role, you will provide essential support to nursing staff by assisting with patient care, ensuring comfort, safety, and dignity for individuals of all ages and needs. Whether working in hospitals, long-term care facilities, or community-based environments, your energy and expertise will help foster a nurturing environment that promotes healing and well-being. We are looking to expand our per diem CNA pool to service all of rural Kansas.
Duties
- Assist patients with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility using equipment such as Hoyer lifts and other assistive devices
- Monitor and record vital signs, observe patient conditions, and report changes promptly to nursing staff
- Support medication administration under supervision, ensuring accurate documentation in electronic health record (EHR) systems like Epic or Cerner
- Provide specialized care for individuals with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or memory impairments through tailored approaches such as memory care techniques and behavioral health support
- Maintain strict adherence to infection control practices including aseptic technique and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in infectious disease or ICU settings
- Assist with medical procedures such as catheter care, phlebotomy, and basic life support (BLS) when trained and authorized
- Document patient information accurately in medical records while respecting HIPAA regulations to ensure confidentiality and data security
Experience
- Prior experience working in diverse healthcare environments such as hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or outpatient clinics is highly preferred
- Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and patient care protocols across acute care, sub-acute care, post-acute settings, and home & community care
- Experience with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, eClinicalWorks or similar platforms for medical documentation and patient records management
- Hands-on experience supporting patients with complex needs including ICU or Level II trauma center experience is a plus
- Background working with individuals with disabilities or behavioral health challenges enhances your ability to provide comprehensive care
- Certification in basic life support (BLS) is required; additional certifications such as phlebotomy or medication administration are advantageous
- Strong communication skills combined with a compassionate approach to caregiving will enable you to excel in delivering patient-centered service across pediatrics, geriatrics, hospice care, or emergency medicine settings
Join us to be part of a vibrant team committed to delivering exceptional patient service through skilled caregiving. Your dedication will help improve quality of life for those we serve while advancing your career in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Pay: $23.52 - $26.74 per hour
Work Location: In person
