Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) SBHC

NMC Health; Newton (KS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

NMC Health is seeking a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) for the Senior Behavioral Health Center (SBHC) in Newton, KS. This full-time role supports patient comfort under RN/LPN supervision and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to deliver quality care.

The position includes responsibilities such as assisting with daily living activities, recording patient changes, and participating in unit activities. CNAs may work day or night shifts.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Nurse aide certification preferred; certification or eligibility required if not yet completed.
• CPR/BLS certification required and preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in routine activities of patient care for the unit; assists with ADLs and basic nursing procedures.
• Reports care provided and changes in patient condition to the RN/LPN promptly to ensure continuity of care.
• Performs delegated care tasks under supervision and works as part of the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Care delegation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Nurse aide certification

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) SBHC (Full Time)
Location: Senior Behavioral Health Center (SBHC) - 600 Medical Center Drive, Newton, KS, 67114
Category: SR BEHAVIORAL HC

Are you a dedicated CNA (Certified Nurse Assistant) looking for a meaningful job in healthcare? Do you thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment where patient care is the top priority? If so, NMC Health invites you to join our award-winning, nurse-driven healthcare team in the Wichita Metro Area.

We are currently seeking aCertified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Full-time to join ourSenior Behavioral Health Center (SBHC) in Newton, KS. The certified Nurse Assistant works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN)/Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide quality care that is focused on the comfort and well-being of the patient and the family. Other functions/competencies of the position may include unit clerk, monitor technician, general clerical activities, activities of daily living and basic nurse procedures. Performs duties and presents in a manner that would lead to high levels of patient satisfaction. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team. This position reports to the Unit Leader. This position is hourly (non-exempt).

2 F/T positions (1 Days & 1 Nights)

Qualifications: (as required for success in the role)

Education:

• A High School diploma or equivalent required
• Successful completion of a nurse assistant certification preferred.
• If high school diploma or equivalent is still in progress, successful completion of nurse assistant certification or equivalent experience is required.

Experience:

• Preferred inpatient therapy or geriatric experience

Knowledge and Skills:

• Participates in routine activities of patient care for the specific unit/department population;
• Performs delegated care tasks in timely, efficient manner, and under the guidance of the RN/LPN.
• Contributes to continuity of care and effective communication by reporting care provided and changes in the patient’s condition to the primary nurse or designee in a timely fashion;

Licensure/registration/certification:

RMA/CMA certification

• Certification as a nurse aide by the state of Kansas is preferred;
• Certification in CPR/Basic Life Support required.

Are you ready to make a positive impact on the lives of patients in your community? Join us at NMC Health and be part of a compassionate, award-winning team!