Compassionate CNA – Med Surg (PRN)

The University of Kansas Health System; Great Bend, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a PRN CNA for Med Surg in Great Bend, KS. The role supports licensed nursing staff by collecting data, following care plans, and documenting patient responses with a focus on safety and quality care.

Responsibilities include performing delegated tasks, communicating with the healthcare team, and adhering to policy to achieve patient outcomes. Safety restrictions apply for certain equipment and age-related limitations.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• 6 months medical center experience preferred.
• Courses in medical terminology preferred.
• CNA certification (KS MO) and Basic Life Support (BLS) required within the first two weeks of employment.

Responsibilities

• Collects initial and ongoing data as delegated in regards to the health status of the patient based on chart documentation.
• Follows an individualized plan of care that promotes positive immediate and long-term outcomes for the patient/family and reflects the plan of the entire health care team.
• Carries out interventions safely and in compliance with policy to facilitate achievement of expected outcomes as delegated.
• Accurately documents patient response to intervention/therapy based upon expected outcomes.
• Carries out delegated patient care activities and communicates with other members of the healthcare team as evidenced by positive patient outcomes.
• For safety reasons, 16- and 17-year-olds are eligible to be hired as a PRN.

Skills

Nursing assistant functions

BLS certification

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Medical terminology courses

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a PRN CNA for Med Surg in Great Bend, KS. The role supports licensed nursing staff by collecting data, following care plans, and documenting patient responses with a focus on safety and quality care.

Responsibilities include performing delegated tasks, communicating with the healthcare team, and adhering to policy to achieve patient outcomes. Safety restrictions apply for certain equipment and age-related limitations.