Neurology Patient Care Tech (CNA/EMT) 36h/wk

BJC HealthCare; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Disability insurance

Job summary

BJC HealthCare's Christian Hospital in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to support licensed nurses and provide direct patient care in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, document care, and participate in patient safety initiatives. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and offers a 36-hour work week with day shifts and alternating weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Preferred healthcare experience: CNA, nurse assistant, EMT, or surgical technician.

Responsibilities

• Implements direct patient care under the supervision of the nurse, promoting patient and family centered care.
• Administers or assists with ADLs, performs vital signs, intake & output, fall and pressure ulcer prevention measures, urinary catheter care, phlebotomy, or point of care testing as requested.
• Collects clinical data and information on patients, and reports changes in patient status to the nurse.
• Assists nurse with patient and family education; documents care activities with correct medical terminology; acts as 1:1 patient safety sitter as necessary.
• Ensures availability of supplies and equipment to meet each patient's needs.
• Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance; participates in professional development.

Skills

CNA experience

Nurse assistant

EMT experience

Surgical technician

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

BJC HealthCare's Christian Hospital in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to support licensed nurses and provide direct patient care in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, document care, and participate in patient safety initiatives. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and offers a 36-hour work week with day shifts and alternating weekends.