Definitive Observation Unit CNA

Overview

We are seeking aDefinitive Observation Unit CNA,also referred toDOU Certified Nursing Assistant,Step-Down Certified Nursing Assistant(CNA)orProgressive CareCNAin our Definitive Observation Unit (DOU).This role involves providing direct patient care to individuals who require closer monitoring than on a regular med-surgfloor butare not critical enough for the ICUin our DOU.This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRNas needed.

Shift’s Available: Variable

Employment Type:Per Diem (PD/PRN)

Hours:Variable

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

Responsibilities

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

• Take and record frequent vital signs including blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation

• Assistpatients with bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, oral care, and feeding support

• Turn, reposition, andassistpatients with mobility and safe transfers using proper techniques and equipment

• Monitor and document intake and output whileobservingfor and reporting any changes in patient condition

• Support nursing staff in providing high-quality care to patients requiring close observation in a step-down unit

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 (AHA) upon hire and maintain current.3. Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.4. Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.

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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

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

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