Pediatric Care Assistant - Compassionate Team Support

Children's Mercy Kansas City; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Mercy Kansas City is seeking Care Assistants to provide basic patient care under the supervision of registered nurses. You will help maintain a safe environment, support unit operations, and perform unit secretary/clerical tasks as part of a compassionate team committed to pediatric care.

Starting pay begins at $17.67/hour with offers based on education and experience. This on-site role requires vaccination validation and adherence to immunization requirements for entry, in line with

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent; No experience required / on-the-job training available.
• CNA certification, or enrollment in a nursing education program and related criteria.
• Required BLS certification; immunization records may be requested during hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides supportive patient care.
• Assists in maintaining a safe environment and promotes efficient operations.
• Unit Secretary/clerical functions.
• Attends education programs, unit meetings and assigned committees.
• Supports teaching and orientation of new personnel within own skills.

Skills

Bilingual skills

Patient care focus

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Nursing program enrollment (BSN/AD or LPN)

Job description

Children's Mercy Kansas City is seeking Care Assistants to provide basic patient care under the supervision of registered nurses. You will help maintain a safe environment, support unit operations, and perform unit secretary/clerical tasks as part of a compassionate team committed to pediatric care.

Starting pay begins at $17.67/hour with offers based on education and experience. This on-site role requires vaccination validation and adherence to immunization requirements for entry, in line with