Full Time, Day Shift, Physician's Clinic

Russell Hospital; Kansas; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Regional Hospital is seeking a Hospital Certified Nursing Assistant to provide compassionate daily patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting. You will support daily activities, assist with hygiene, monitor vital signs, and collaborate with nurses and physicians to ensure safe, quality care.

Required are a valid Kansas CNA, current BLS, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for this role in a high-stress environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current certification as a nurse aide in good standing with the state of Kansas.
• Current BLS certification or ability to obtain upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Providing great patient care.
• Answering patient calls and determining how best to help them.
• Providing physical support for daily activities and personal hygiene (bathing, dressing, mobility).
• Turning and repositioning bedridden patients.
• Communicating with physicians, caregivers, and nurses about patient conditions and plans.
• Recording vital signs and reporting changes to staff.
• Assisting with patient assessments and basic care tasks as needed.

Skills

Compassion

Patient care

Dependable

Follow instructions

Communication

Stamina

Education

High school diploma

Certified Nurse Aide (KS)

BLS Certification

Job description

Full Time, Day Shift, Physician's Clinic

General Purpose

Provide high quality, compassionate care and assistance to patients with activities of daily living. The position supports nursing staff by helping ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable environment while promoting dignity and respect for all patients.

Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent. Current certification as a nurse aide in good standing with the state of Kansas. Current BLS certification or ability to obtain upon hire.

Experience:

None required

Skills:

Compassionate, patient and dependable with a genuine desire to care for others.

Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a healthcare team.

Good communication and observation skills.

Ability to perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting and repositioning.

Essential Job Functions

Job Functions:

Providing great patient care.

Answering patient calls and determining how best to help them.

Providing physical support for patients or residents with daily activities and personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, getting out of bed, - using the toilet, walking, standing, or exercising.

Turning and repositioning bedridden patients.

Obtaining a wide range of information from physicians, caregivers, and nurses about patient conditions, treatment plans, and suggested activities.

Measuring and recording food and liquid intake and urinary and fecal output and reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.

Recording vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rate as requested by staff.

Examining patients to detect issues requiring medical care, including open wounds and bruises.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift and move patients and equipment up to 50 pounds independently and more with assistance.

Standing and walking for long periods of time, Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching and stooping.

Ability to push and pull patients and equipment.

Stamina and endurance to handle fast paced, high stress environment.

Ability to respond quickly in an emergency; running, positioning patients, performing CPR, etc.

Russell Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.