Certified Nursing Assistant PACU

Ascension; Wichita (KS); Vor Ort; USD 32.000 - 52.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health coverage

403(b) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Online learning

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Pet insurance

Legal insurance

Transportation savings

Zusammenfassung

Ascension through Via Christi, St Francis in Wichita, KS seeks a PACU Support role to assist the postoperative recovery team. This full-time day shift position focuses on preparing treatment areas, gathering supplies and supporting registered nurses in the PACU recovery process.

You will help patients with personal care, monitor status, and maintain a safe, clean environment as part of a fast-paced surgical recovery team. The role emphasizes patient dignity and teamwork in care delivery.

Qualifikationen

• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire.
• Nurse Aide credentialed from the Kansas Nurse Aide Registry before hire date.
• High School Diploma or GED or active CNA Certification required.

Aufgaben

• Prepare treatment areas and gather supplies for recovery staff.
• Assist registered nurses during bedside post-anesthesia procedures.
• Support patient dignity and comfort with personal care and transfers.
• Monitor patient condition and report vital changes to charge nurses.
• Maintain clean clinical environment and restock essential supplies.
• Identify and address room hazards and respond to emergencies.

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED or active CNA Certification

BLS Certification

Nurse Aide Registry Credential

Jobbeschreibung

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Wichita, KS
• Facility: Via Christi, St Francis
• Specialty: PACU
• Schedule: Day Shift l Full-time

Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Support surgical recovery teams by preparing treatment areas, gathering supplies and assisting registered nurses during bedside post-anesthesia procedures.
• Champion patient dignity and physical comfort by assisting recovering individuals with personal hygiene, daily living activities and safe transfers between clinical units.
• Protect patient well-being by continuously monitoring physical, emotional and mental status changes, reporting vital shifts immediately to charge nurses.
• Maintain a spotless clinical environment by cleaning patient bays and restocking essential medical supplies for seamless PACU workflows.
• Safeguard the recovery suite by proactively identifying room hazards and taking prompt corrective action during medical emergencies.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Nurse Aide credentialed from the Kansas Nurse Aide Registry obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Education
• High School Diploma or GED or an active CNA Certification required.
• Work Experience
• None required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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