CNA

NKC Health; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational Assistance

Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Free Covered Parking

On Site Fitness Center

Paid Time Off

Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage

Job summary

NKC Health is hiring for the Progressive Care Renal/Tele Unit to support renal and dialysis patients with telemetry monitoring and specialized care. The role emphasizes compassionate patient care and teamwork within a multidisciplinary team.

The candidate will provide basic nursing care, assist with activities of daily living, and document patient information accurately using electronic health records. BLS and CNA certifications are required.

Qualifications

• CNA/PCT certification required or equivalent.
• BLS certification required; high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care and support on assigned units under supervision.
• Assist with ambulation, bathing, toileting, and obtaining vital signs.
• Demonstrate effective communication to relay patient information to RN/LPN promptly.
• Record vital signs and patient information using electronic health records.

Skills

CNA/PCT

Communication

Teamwork

Patient Care

Education

CNA Certification

BLS Certification

Tools

EHR Systems

Vital Signs Equipment

Job description

GREAT Happens Here! Did you become a CNA/PCT to do great things? Come work for NKC Health’s Progressive Care Renal/Tele Unit, where you can be a part of something GREAT!

Join the Progressive Care Renal/Tele Unit, where you’ll be a part of a dedicated group of professionals focusing strongly on renal and dialysis patients, telemetry monitoring, and specialized procedures. PCU Renal/Tele provides advanced renal and dialysis care, including hemodialysis, continuous cycler peritoneal dialysis (CCPD), and continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD). The unit provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth and meaningful patient impact. The unit thrives on strong interdisciplinary collaboration, working closely with physicians, dialysis specialists, and other healthcare professionals to provide exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Director of Nursing, RN, LPN, you will play a vital role in the care of patients by performing basic nursing care and support tasks on assigned units.
• Provide patient care such as: ambulation, bathing, toileting, obtaining vital signs, all while maintaining a safe environment.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills to accurately convey patient information to RN, LPN and other members of the team in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate basic computer skills to accurately record vital patient information.

Experience

Hospital experience-Preferred

License/Certification/Education

• BLS (Basic Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association), CNA (Certified Nurse Assistant)-Required
• High School or Equivalent-Preferred

BENEFITS Happen Here

Here are just a few of our great benefits!

• Educational Assistance
• Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Free Covered Parking
• On Site Fitness Center
• Paid Time Off
• Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage