Certified Nursing Assistant or Nursing Assistant - Oncology Special Care (Nights)

Nebraska Medicine; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant or Nursing Assistant for the Oncology Special Care Unit (WSCU) on nights, 7:00 pm–7:30 am. The 36-bed unit serves adults receiving chemotherapy and complex care; you will support licensed staff and patients in an acute oncology setting.

Candidates must be 18+, high school or equivalent, Nebraska CNA certification, BLS from an AHA-endorsed program, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant certification in Nebraska.
• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills.
• BLS certification from an AHA endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).

Responsibilities

• Certified Nursing Assistant: Perform delegated patient activities as assigned by licensed nursing personnel for the achievement of patient`s plan of care.
• Nursing Assistant: Perform delegated patient activities as assigned by licensed nursing personnel for the achievement of patient`s plan of care.

Skills

Effective communication

BLS certification

Education

High school education or equivalent

Job description

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.

Shift:

Third Shift (United States of America)

Certified Nursing Assistant or Nursing Assistant - Oncology Special Care (Nights)

Werner Cancer Hospital Specialty Care Unit, or WSCU: This 36-bed unit in the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center serves adult oncology patients who are receiving chemotherapy or high-dose chemotherapy, with or without bone marrow or stem cell transplant and undergoing complex medication and blood product administration.

Position Highlights

The Mission of the Special Care Unit is to provide expert acute/critical and compassionate care to Oncology/Hematology patients and families while supporting education and research.

Shift Details :

Nights (7:00 pm - 7:30 am)

Full time or Part time

Why Nebraska Medicine :

• Our shared values reflect who we are and why we’re here and include, Innovation, Teamwork, Excellence, Accountability, Courage and Healing.
• Competitive Benefits including retirement match contribution, PTO accrual, tuition reimbursement
• Lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care
• Forbes Magazine recognizes us in their list of American’s top employers and the best employer in Nebraska

Certified Nursing Assistant:

Perform delegated patient activities as assigned by licensed nursing personnel for the achievement of patient`s plan of care.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 18 years of age required.
• High school education or equivalent required.
• Possesses a Certified Nursing Assistant certification in the state of Nebraska.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of computer data entry and word processing preferred.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Nursing Assistant:

Perform delegated patient activities as assigned by licensed nursing personnel for the achievement of patient`s plan of care.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 18 years of age required.
• High school education or equivalent required.
• Six months experience in patient care required or must be enrolled in nursing program.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct patient care experience preferred.
• Knowledge of computer data entry and word processing preferred

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.