Compassionate CNA: Med-Surg Patient Care

kansashealthsystem; Great Bend (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas Health System is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (CNA) for PRN shifts in the Med Surg unit at Great Bend Hospital. The role involves delivering patient care under RN supervision and providing supportive, compassionate service to patients and families.

Responsibilities include data collection, following care plans, safe intervention execution, and accurate documentation. Certifications (CNA, BLS) are required with entry to the role; CPI knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of general nursing assistant functions.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 6 months medical center experience.
• Courses in medical terminology.
• CNA certification recognized across states.
• BLS certification within two weeks of employment.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) knowledge is preferred.
• 16- and 17-year-olds may be hired as PRN.

Responsibilities

• Collect initial and ongoing patient data as delegated.
• Follow an individualized plan of care to promote outcomes.
• Carry out delegated patient care interventions safely per policy.
• Document patient responses to interventions.
• Communicate with the health care team about patient status.
• Comply with safety restrictions for under-18 employees regarding certain equipment.
• Perform required competencies on the assigned unit.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Nursing assistant functions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Kansas Health System is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (CNA) for PRN shifts in the Med Surg unit at Great Bend Hospital. The role involves delivering patient care under RN supervision and providing supportive, compassionate service to patients and families.

Responsibilities include data collection, following care plans, safe intervention execution, and accurate documentation. Certifications (CNA, BLS) are required with entry to the role; CPI knowledge is a plus.