CNA - IRU

CNA - IRU (Full Time)
Location: Medical Center - 600 Medical Center Drive, Newton, KS, 67114
Category: IRU

Position Summary: The Nurse Assistant works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN)/Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide quality care that is focused on the comfort and well-being of the patient and family. Other functions/competencies of the position may include unit clerk, monitor technician, general clerical activities, activities of daily living and basic nursing procedures. Performs duties and presents in a manner that would lead to high levels of patient satisfaction.

Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team. This position reports to the Unit Leader. This position is hourly (non-exempt).

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required; successful completion of a nurse assistant certification preferred. 2. If high school diploma or equivalent is still in progress, successful completion of a nurse assistant certification or equivalent experience is required.

• Preferred inpatient therapy or geriatric experience

• Participates in routine activities of patient care for the specific unit/department population.
• Performs delegated care tasks in timely, efficient manner, and under the guidance of the RN/LPN.
• Contributes to continuity of care and effective communication by reporting care provided and changes in the patient's condition to the primary nurse or designee in a timely fashion.

• Certification as a nurse aide by the state of Kansas is preferred
• Certification in CPR/Basic Life Support required.