CNA/Nursing Assistant - Peop/PACU

Nebraska Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Clarkson College discount

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a CNA/Nursing Assistant to join our Preop/PACU team for night shifts, 2100-0730, 1.0 FTE. Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment caring for a diverse surgical patient population.

We provide educational support including up to $5,000/year tuition assistance, Clarkson College discount at 35%, and opportunities for career advancement with covered costs. Minimum 18 years old, HS diploma, BLS within 30 days, and nursing program enrollment preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years of age and high school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months patient care experience or enrollment in nursing program.
• Effective communication skills required and BLS certification within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated patient activities to support the plan of care.
• Collaborate with licensed staff to ensure patient safety and comfort.

Skills

Patient care experience

Communication skills

BLS certification

Medication administration knowledge

Injectables course

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nursing program enrollment

Tools

Computer data entry

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) CNA/Nursing Assistant - Peop/PACU

Join our experienced Preop/PACU team and care for a diverse surgical patient population in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Shift: Nights, 2100-0730 Monday-Thursday 1.0 fte Full-Time

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.

Leading Health Network: Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.

Dignity and Respect: We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.

Educational Support: Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs.

Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

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 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

• Direct patient care experience preferred.
• 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.

Nebraska Medicine includes two hospitals, the state's largest and highest rated Nebraska Medical Center and Bellevue Medical Center, along with more than 70 primary care and specialty clinics.

Nebraska Medicine and our research and education partner, the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), share the same mission: to 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.

Every colleague plays a key role in upholding our promise of “Serious Medicine, Extraordinary Care” to our patients and their families.

Working with Nebraska Medicine means committing to meaningful, impactful work that will elevate the success of your fellow colleagues and will help our patients and their families feel comfortable, confident and cared for.