CNA/ Nursing Assistant - Cardiac Care - Full time

Sanford Health; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit health system seeks a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for its Cardiac Unit in Fargo, ND. This role involves providing essential patient-centered care and assistance with daily living activities under the supervision of nursing staff. Ideal candidates will have a solid foundation in healthcare knowledge and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
• Must be on North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry if not a CNA.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance.
• Record vital statistics and assist with daily living activities.
• Clean treatment areas and medical equipment, dispose of biomedical waste.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Multi-tasking

Organizational Skills

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Work Shift:

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40 Salary Range: $15.00 - $23.00

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Our Cardiac Unit is a fast-paced environment, lots of learning opportunities for nursing students, and great teamwork!

Shifts: Mix of day/evening shifts - including every other Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Every other holiday. Option for self-scheduling

Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period. The Patient Care Technician provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patient under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

Job Description

Record vital statistics and other basic health information. Administer basic health care and medical treatments; provide assistance with basic daily living activities, including dressing/undressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, etc., meal preparation and dining needs, emotional and spiritual needs, and laundry. Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms. Collect non-invasive biological specimens from patient. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare. Strong communication, customer service, multi-tasking, and organizational skills are needed on a daily basis. When necessary for safe provision of care, employee will provide one on one care to patients.

Qualifications

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.

Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry upon completion of training/competency validation or a maximum of four months from the date of initial employment.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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