CVICU Nursing Assistant, Full-Time

Saint Luke's; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Benefits package

Job summary

Saint Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri, is seeking a Nursing Assistant to join our team. This role welcomes experienced CNAs or those seeking entry into the field, with 6 weeks of on-the-job training for non-certified candidates.

After training, the position is full-time, day shift with self-scheduling opportunities to help manage throughput and patient care. Join a supportive environment with low patient ratios and a mission to deliver compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Less than 1 year experience in patient care or CNA role.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association or Red Cross required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN or LPN supervision.
• Assist with daily living activities such as bathing, hygiene, meals, mobility, and positioning.
• Collaborate with health care team to support patient care and throughput.

Skills

Team oriented

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Patient care

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job description

Job Description

Saint Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri, is seeking a Nursing Assistant to join our team. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), a nursing assistant, a patient care tech or even someone interested in becoming a nursing assistant and providing patient care. Those candidates that are not certified or that do not have applicable experience will receive 6 weeks of on the job training to learn the position. This training would be full time. After training, your schedule would be full-time, day shift with the flexibility that comes with self-scheduling. You will have the opportunity to help improve hospital throughput and capacity while enhancing the patient experience. Our nursing assistants make an impact on our patient’s hospital stay daily by providing individualized care in a positive and supportive work environment. We are proud to offer low patient ratios and treat our patients and each other with respect and kindness, ensuring our vision of being “The Best Place to Get Care. The Best Place to Give Care”.

The Work

• Provides patient care under the direction and supervision of an RN or LPN.
• Performs direct and indirect patient care tasks.
• Provides assistance with activities of daily living and care such as bathing, hygiene, elimination and toileting, nutrition, feeding, hydration, ambulation and positioning.
• Anticipates the patient’s family needs in a proactive fashion.
• Individualizes and modifies care according to the patient’s needs.
• Collaborates with other health care team members to enhance the provision of patient care.

To be successful in this role, you will need to have strong communication and time management skills. We are seeking Nursing Assistants who are team oriented, eager to expand their skills, and possesses a strong attention to detail. We are excited to offer opportunities for entry level and experienced CNAs, nursing assistants and patient care techs. If you have had an interest in providing patient care but don’t have experience or have worked in home health, the 6 weeks of training will be able to allow you to start in your position with the skills and confidence to perform your position.

Why Saint Luke’s?

• Our leadership supports nurse engagement and allows their voices to be heard.
• We value our nursing assistant and nurses’ knowledge, experience, and expertise to improve patient outcomes and quality care.
• The opportunity to make an impact on their unit, hospital, health system, and the healthcare industry.
• Continuing Education, tuition reimbursement, and leadership and other career training available
• Saint Luke’s offers competitive salaries and benefits packages to all of their employees, click here to find out more.

Job Requirements

Applicable Experience:

Less than 1 year

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross

Job Details

Full Time

Night (United States of America)