Patient Care Tech | Med/Surg CNA | 12-Hour Day Shift

MercyOne; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Newton Medical Center in Newton, IA, is hiring a Patient Care Tech / CNA for the Med Surg Unit. The role supports the staff nurse, assists patients with activities of daily living, and helps maintain a safe, clean environment.

The position offers 12-hour day shifts (7:00 AM–7:00 PM) and requires completion of a CNA program (75/120/150 hours), being on State CNA Registry, and BLS certification within six weeks.

Qualifications

• Completion of a CNA program (75/120/150 hours) and must be on the State CNA Registry.
• Must be 16 years old.
• Proof of Mandatory Reporter – Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three months of hire.
• American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers certified within six weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides/assists with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Assists with admission, discharge and transfer of patients to and from the unit.
• Measures and records heights, weights, intakes and outputs, and appetites as directed.
• Obtains vitals and blood glucose readings as directed.

Education

CNA program (75/120/150 hours)

Job description

MercyOne Newton Medical Center in Newton, IA, is hiring a Patient Care Tech / CNA for the Med Surg Unit. The role supports the staff nurse, assists patients with activities of daily living, and helps maintain a safe, clean environment.

The position offers 12-hour day shifts (7:00 AM–7:00 PM) and requires completion of a CNA program (75/120/150 hours), being on State CNA Registry, and BLS certification within six weeks.