Telemetry CNA

Prime Healthcare; Mission (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Telemetry CNA to provide essential support to patients requiring continuous monitoring. This per diem position involves measuring vital signs, observing patient conditions, and communicating effectively with the nursing team. Ideal candidates will possess a current CNA certificate and BLS certification, along with a solid understanding of medical terminology.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance benefit plan

401K

Sick leave accrual

Qualifications

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, required.
• Current BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• Minimum six months’ previous experience in an acute care hospital preferred.

Responsibilities

• Measure and document vital signs and observe patients for condition changes.
• Observe cardiac monitors and report any irregularities to nursing staff.
• Ensure telemetry leads and equipment are properly placed and functioning.
• Act as a liaison between patients and the nursing team.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant certificate

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

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. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

Shift’s Available: Nights

Employment Type: Per Diem (PD / PRN)

Location: Mission Regional Medical Center - Mission, TX

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

• Competitive compensation

• Medical insurance benefit plan

• 401K

• Sick leave accrual

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• 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

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

1. Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, required.

2. Current BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain current.

Additional Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

1. Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:

1. Minimum six months’ previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.

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

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Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf