Cardiac Care CNA

St. Joseph Medical Center; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, MO, is seeking a Cardiac Care CNA to support the Coronary Care Unit (CCU). You will provide direct patient care to critically ill cardiac patients, monitor vital signs, and assist with telemetry and rapid responses in a high-acuity setting.

The role requires CNA certification, BLS within 30 days, knowledge of medical terminology, and roughly six months of acute care experience. Night shifts run 7:00pm–7:00am in a full-time capacity.

Qualifications

• Must have Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire.
• BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Minimum six months’ previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for critically ill cardiac patients, including post–myocardial infarction and post–cardiac procedure patients.
• Obtain and document frequent vital signs, intake/output, and patient observations, promptly reporting abnormal findings.
• Support continuous cardiac monitoring by maintaining telemetry equipment and alerting RNs to rhythm changes or alarms.
• Assist with patient repositioning, mobility, and hygiene while managing lines and invasive equipment safely.
• Collaborate with RNs and the team during rapid responses and code situations.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Telemetry monitoring

Communication with medical team

Medical terminology

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant certificate

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Department

Cardiac Care

Employment Type

Full Time

Shifts Available

Nights

Hours

12-Hour shifts - 7:00pm - 7:00am

Location

St. Joseph Medical Center – Kansas City, MO

We are seeking a Cardiac Care CNA, also referred to as a Cardiology Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Cardiology CNA or Cardiac CNA. Our Cardiac Care CNA will work in our Coronary Care Unit (CCU) supporting critically ill cardiac patients. Skilled in high-acuity patient care, continuous monitoring support, and rapid communication with the healthcare team to promote patient safety and positive outcomes in a fast-paced critical care environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for critically ill cardiac patients, including post–myocardial infarction and post–cardiac procedure patients, ensuring comfort, safety, and dignity
• Obtain and documented frequent vital signs, intake/output, and patient observations, promptly reporting abnormal findings to nursing staff
• Support continuous cardiac monitoring by maintaining telemetry equipment and immediately alerting RNs to rhythm changes or monitor alarms
• Assist with patient repositioning, mobility, and hygiene while managing lines, tubes, and invasive equipment safely during care activities
• Collaborate effectively with RNs and the interdisciplinary team during rapid responses and code situations, maintaining a calm and organized care environment

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

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

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

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