Night-Shift CNA — Definite Observation Unit (DOU)

Dallas Regional Medical Center; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick time, holidays

Employer 401K options

Tuition reimbursement options

Life, disability, and other insurance

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Definitive Observation Unit CNA for the Dallas Regional Medical Center in Mesquite, TX. This per diem/PRN role requires 12-hour nights (6:45pm–7:15am) in a step-down unit offering closer monitoring than med-surg but not ICU level care.

Responsibilities include recording vitals, assisting with daily activities, mobility and safe transfers, monitoring input/output, and supporting the nursing staff.

Qualifications

• Current BLS (AHA) certification upon hire and maintain current.
• Minimum six months of experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology.

Responsibilities

• Take and record frequent vital signs including blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation.
• Assist patients with bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, oral care and feeding support.
• Turn, reposition and assist with mobility and safe transfers using proper techniques and equipment.
• Monitor and document intake and output and report changes in patient condition.
• Support nursing staff in providing high-quality care to patients requiring close observation in the DOU.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant certificate

Job description

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Definitive Observation Unit CNA for the Dallas Regional Medical Center in Mesquite, TX. This per diem/PRN role requires 12-hour nights (6:45pm–7:15am) in a step-down unit offering closer monitoring than med-surg but not ICU level care.

Responsibilities include recording vitals, assisting with daily activities, mobility and safe transfers, monitoring input/output, and supporting the nursing staff.