Certified Nursing Assistant

Dallas Regional Medical Center; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick time, holidays

Employer 401K options

Tuition reimbursement options

Life, disability, and other insurance

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Definitive Observation Unit CNA for the Dallas Regional Medical Center in Mesquite, TX. This per diem/PRN role requires 12-hour nights (6:45pm–7:15am) in a step-down unit offering closer monitoring than med-surg but not ICU level care.

Responsibilities include recording vitals, assisting with daily activities, mobility and safe transfers, monitoring input/output, and supporting the nursing staff.

Qualifications

• Current BLS (AHA) certification upon hire and maintain current.
• Minimum six months of experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology.

Responsibilities

• Take and record frequent vital signs including blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation.
• Assist patients with bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, oral care and feeding support.
• Turn, reposition and assist with mobility and safe transfers using proper techniques and equipment.
• Monitor and document intake and output and report changes in patient condition.
• Support nursing staff in providing high-quality care to patients requiring close observation in the DOU.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant certificate

Job description

Employment Status Per Diem

Overview Shifts Available : Nights
Employment Type : PRN
Hours: 12-hour shifts – 6 :45pm to 7:15am
Location: Dallas Regional Medical Center - Mesquite, TX
We are seeking a Definitive Observation Unit CNA , also ref erred to DOU Certified Nursing Assistant, Step-Down Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Progressive Care CNA in our Definitive Observation Unit (DOU). This role involves providing direct patient care to individuals who require closer monitoring than on a regular med-surg floor but are not critical enough for the ICU in our DOU .
Responsibilities

• Take and record frequent vital signs including blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation
• Assist patients with bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, oral care, and feeding support
• Turn, reposition, and assist patients with mobility and safe transfers using proper techniques and equipment
• Monitor and document intake and output while observing for and reporting any changes in patient condition
• Support nursing staff in providing high-quality care to patients requiring close observation in a step-down unit

Qualifications

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, required.
• Current BLS (AHA) upon 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/ Employment Status Per Diem Shift Nights Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf