Cardiac Care CNA

Saint John Hospital; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance plan

401K

Job summary

Saint John Hospital in Leavenworth, KS is seeking a Cardiac Care CNA to support critically ill cardiac patients in the CCU on a per diem basis. The role requires telemetry monitoring, rapid communication with the healthcare team, and high-acuity patient care.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, frequent vital signs, telemetry support, patient repositioning, and collaboration with RNs during rapid responses. Must have CNA certification and BLS; acute care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate.
• BLS within 30 days and maintain current.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Six months' hospital or physician office experience preferred.

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

Skills

CNA cert

BLS within 30 days

Medical terminology

Acute care

Job description

Employment Status

Per Diem

Overview

Shifts Available: Variable

Employment Type: Per Diem (PD/PRN)

Hours: Variable

Location: Saint John Hospital - Leavenworth , KS

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. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

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.

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

• Competitive compensation


• Medical insurance benefit plan


• 401K

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

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

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