CNA/NA - Innovation Design Unit

Nebraska Medicine; Omaha, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine in Omaha is seeking a part-time Certified Nursing Assistant for the Innovation Design Unit (IDU). You will support patient care activities in a dynamic, tech-forward environment and collaborate across care teams to improve patient outcomes and staff well-being.

Qualified candidates have Nebraska CNA certification, are at least 16 years old, and possess strong communication skills. BLS is required within 30 days; Injectables training may be needed after hire in outpatient

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant certification in Nebraska is required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire from an AHA program.
• Effective communication skills with patients and team.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Effective communication

BLS certification

Medication Injectables (after hire)

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (Nebraska)

Tools

Computer data entry

Medical terminology knowledge

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:**First Shift (United States of America)**Certified Nursing Assistant - Innovation Design Unit** **Shift Details:**Part time24 hours/ weekDays Join our Innovation Design Unit as a certified nursing assistant and be at the forefront of nursing innovation. Engage in meaningful projects, pilots, and processes aimed at achieving optimal patient outcomes AND enhancing colleague well-being. Work in a collaborative, adaptable environment across various patient acuities, and use cutting-edge healthcare technology to advance practice. Bring your skills and passion to a role that shapes the future of healthcare. Apply now and make a difference! **General Information about the IDU:**Innovation Design Unit (IDU) is an active patient care environment intended to design, test, and validate new models of care, innovative technology, and facility design. The IDU will have 17 patient rooms that are divided into zones. Each zone is intended to test various room designs or equipment. The primary patient population will be adult medical-surgical. The levels of care include Medical-Surgical, Progressive, and Intensive Care (acuity adaptable).Planned innovations:* Virtual Nursing/Virtual Sitter* Interactive Patient Experience Platform featuring digital displays for patient engagement and staff efficiencies.* Real Time Location Systems- to enhance safety and efficiency* And much more! Ready to shape the future of healthcare? Hiring, orientation and training is underway now. We look forward to hearing from you! **IDU Podcast - The Future of Nursing: What is the Innovation Design Unit?**The Future of Nursing: What is the Innovation Design Unit? – Podcast Activities (unmc.edu) **My Job in a Minute - Nursing in a Team Based Care Model -** https://youtu.be/2QDr62g9g7E?si=qck3HvOuYxyzVYwfPerform delegated patient activities as assigned by licensed nursing personnel for the achievement of patient`s plan of care. Perform delegated patient activities as assigned by licensed nursing personnel for the achievement of patient`s plan of care. **Required Qualifications:** • Minimum of 16 years of age required.• Possesses a Certified Nursing Assistant certification in the state of Nebraska required.• Demonstrated effective communication skills required.• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).• Based on department need, Medication Aide certification and completion of an Injectables course may be required after hire in outpatient settings. **Preferred Qualifications:** • Knowledge of computer data entry and word processing preferred.• Basic knowledge of medical terminology 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.