Nurse Aide Med/Surg PRN

Amberwell Health; Atchison (KS); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Amberwell Health is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for their Atchison location. This role is critical for supporting healthcare staff in delivering personalized care to patients facing various challenges. The candidate must ensure a safe and healing environment while working with specific populations, including the elderly and those with special needs.

Key responsibilities include assisting with personal care, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining patient comfort. A High School diploma or GED is required, along with BLS certification. CNA certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must possess a High School Diploma or GED.
• BLS certification required.
• CNA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help patients bathe and maintain hygiene.
• Assist with toileting needs.
• Feed patients and provide fresh water.
• Assess vital signs and notify staff of changes.
• Check blood sugar levels and monitor intake/output.
• Prepare patient rooms with necessary items.
• Assist with mobility needs and transfers.
• Reposition patients to prevent bedsores.

Skills

Patient care best practices

Empathy and compassion

Vital signs assessment

Mobility assistance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS certification

CNA certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Amberwell Atchison - Atchison, KS 66002

Position Type: PRN (As needed - no set schedule)

Education Level: Other

Job Category: Nursing - Hospital

Job Description

A Patient Care Technician (PCT), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or Nursing Aide, is responsible for supporting healthcare staff in administering personalized care to patients with various injuries, illnesses, or disabilities. PCT and/or NA use patient care best practices to provide a safe, comfortable, and healing environment for all patients always adhering to Amberwell cultural priorities. The PCT/NA must be comfortable working with specific populations, including elderly patients and those with special needs, being a good team player with empathy and compassion a must.

Key Duties

• Helping patients bathe and maintain proper hygiene


• Assisting with toileting needs


• Feeding patients and providing fresh water


• Assessing patients vital signs and behavior and notify staff of any changes


• Checking blood sugar levels and monitoring intake and output


• Preparing patient rooms with necessary items


• Assisting patients with mobility needs and transfers


• Turning and repositioning patients to prevent bedsores and other discomfort

About Amberwell Health

Amberwell Health is a healthcare system dedicated to improving the health and wellness of the communities we serve, providing compassionate healthcare with clinical excellence. Amberwell locations include several complete care facilities that provide a full spectrum of patient care services including inpatient, surgical, orthopedic, maternal, health at home, emergency care services. In addition, Amberwell clinic locations offer primary care and specialty care services. Amberwell Health supports service lines and locations across the system with a range of support services including radiology, laboratory, cardiopulmonary, rehabilitation therapy, occupational health, infusion, nutrition, pharmacy, administrative services, and many other specialty services.

Amberwell Culture

Amazing Amberwell employees are at the heart of a workplace focused on competencies with our cultural values. Excellence in healthcare is expected and our patients deserve nothing less. Our culture competencies range from warm greetings in the hall to providing patients with “wow” experiences in each department. At Amberwell, we go beyond excellence to provide the unexpected.

At Amberwell, you will find a professional environment that values consistency, collaboration, and patient-first decision making. Servant leadership is both modeled and mentored, with a focus on regular appreciation. Amberwell employees enjoy many appreciation events and activities to help them know just how important they are to our organization, our patients, and our communities.

Qualifications

Education: Minimum Required Education: High School Diploma or GED

Minimum Required: BLS

Preferred Certifications: CNA