MEDSURG PATIENT CARE TECH - PRN

Pella Regional Health Center; Pella (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Pella Regional Health Center is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide patient care under the direction of Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses. The role includes assisting patients with daily living activities and maintaining a safe, clean environment.

Applicants should have a CNA certification or registry eligibility, a high school diploma or GED, and current BLS. EMS/base provider certification is a plus; new hires certify within three months of hire date.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• CNA certification or registry testing completed.
• Current AHA BLS certification; certify within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under RN/LPN supervision.
• Assist with activities of daily living and maintain a safe, clean environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Empathetic listening

Communication

English proficiency

Basic computer skills

Education

HS diploma or GED

CNA certification or registry eligibility

EMS/base provider cert

BLS certification

Job description

SCHEDULE: VARIED SHIFTS PRN AS NEEDED

Provides patient care activities under the direction of Registered Nurse and/or Licensed Practical Nurse. Assists patient with activities of daily living, provides for personal care, comfort and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment for patient/residents.

JOB SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• High school graduate or GED preferred.


• Completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant program OR be listed as having passed CNA competency testing on the Iowa Direct Care Worker registry. May be certified as a medic or Combat Lifesaver (through military duty) or have EMS certification as a base provider.


• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Heart Code BLS required. New employees certify within three (3) months after hire date.


• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.


• High degree of empathetic listening, tact and kindness toward others.


• Effective verbal and nonverbal communication skills required.


• Must work effectively as a member of a team.


• Previous acute or long-term care experience preferred.


• Technical and critical thinking skills required to perform duties.


• Basic computer knowledge.