Telemetry CNA

Prime Healthcare; Blue Springs (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

Paid time off

Bereavement/FMLA

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Life & disability

Other benefits

Job summary

Prime Healthcare's St. Mary's Medical Center in Blue Springs, MO seeks a Telemetry CNA to monitor patients on continuous cardiac monitoring. This role supports the nursing team, measures vital signs, and ensures telemetry leads are properly placed.

The position features 12-hour shifts from 7:00am to 7:00pm, full-time employment, and benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance along with paid time off and 401K. CNA certification and BLS are required or obtainable per policy.

Qualifications

• CNA certificate required at hire.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Minimum six months of acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Measure and document vital signs and monitor patient status.
• Observe patients for changes and report findings to the RN.
• Monitor cardiac monitors and report irregularities to staff.
• Ensure telemetry leads and equipment are properly placed and functioning.
• Serve as liaison between patients and the nursing team.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Acute care experience

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Employment Type: Full Time

Shifts Available: Days

Hours: 12-Hour shifts – 7:00am to 7:00pm

Location: St. Mary's Medical Center – Blue Springs, MO

We are seeking a Telemetry CNA, sometimes referred to as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). The Certified Nursing Assistant in our telemetry unit plays an important role in the care of patients who require continuous monitoring of their heart and vital signs. Our Telemetry units typically care for patients with cardiac conditions, post-surgical needs, or other medical issues requiring close monitoring. Our CNA’s provide essential support to patients under close cardiac monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Measure and document vital signs (e.g., blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation)
• Observe patients for any changes in condition, such as increased discomfort, difficulty breathing, or changes in mental status, and report findings to the RN
• Observe cardiac monitors and reporting any irregularities to the nursing staff
• Ensure telemetry leads and equipment are properly placed and functioning
• Act as a liaison between patients and the nursing team

Qualifications

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, required.
• Current BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Minimum six months’ previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

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Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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