Compassionate Patient Care Partner | Flexible Shifts

Avera Heart Hospital, South Dakota; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Avera Heart Hospital, South Dakota, is seeking a dedicated CNA/Medical Assistant to support the clinical team in a patient-centered care model. You will assist with ambulation, feeding, toileting, and basic procedures under RN direction while handling clerical tasks to keep the unit running smoothly.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 6 months to 1 year of acute care experience preferred, and BLS certification before orientation ends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CNA/MA/PCA program preferred.
• 6 months to 1 year acute care experience preferred.
• BLS certification required prior to end of orientation.
• Basic EKG skills required within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assists clinical team members by performing duties for patients under RN supervision.
• Provides basic patient care such as ambulation, feeding and toileting.
• Performs clerical functions and supports procedures/testing.
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
• Assumes responsibility for patient specimen testing, QC, and equipment maintenance as directed by Lab.

Skills

Basic patient care

Clerical tasks

Patient confidentiality

BLS certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA program preferred

MA/PCA program preferred

Job description

Avera Heart Hospital, South Dakota, is seeking a dedicated CNA/Medical Assistant to support the clinical team in a patient-centered care model. You will assist with ambulation, feeding, toileting, and basic procedures under RN direction while handling clerical tasks to keep the unit running smoothly.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 6 months to 1 year of acute care experience preferred, and BLS certification before orientation ends.