CNA

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Nursing Assistant-Heart & Vascular (HVU)Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.Position HighlightsThe Heart & Vascular Unit (7HVU) is a 49 private bed unit. It is considered a specialty medical/surgical unit that is fast paced and will provide growth in professional knowledge and expertise in the care delivery of our cardiovascular patients. The staff will care for specialty patients such as stable heart and lung transplants and Ventricular Assist Devices (LVADs). The Cardiac Vascular Unit is a sister unit to the Cardiac Care Unit.Shift Details:Nights OnlyFull-time or Part-time7pm-7am or 7am-7pmWhy Work at Nebraska Medicine?Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.Leading Health Network: Work with the region's top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.Dignity and Respect: We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.Educational Support: Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs.Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA):Perform delegated patient activities as assigned by licensed nursing personnel for the achievement of patient’s plan of care.Required Qualifications:• Minimum of 16 years of age required.• Possesses a Certified Nursing Assistant certification in the state of Nebraska required.• Demonstrated effective communication skills required.• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).Preferred Qualifications:• Knowledge of computer data entry and word processing preferred.• Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred.Nursing Assistant:Perform delegated patient activities as assigned by licensed nursing personnel for the achievement of patient’s plan of care.Required Qualifications:• Minimum of 18 years of age required.• High school education or equivalent required.• Six months experience in patient care required or must be enrolled in nursing program.• Demonstrated effective communication skills required.• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification endorsed by the American Heart Association (AHA) upon completion of unit orientation required.Preferred Qualifications:• Direct patient care experience preferred.• Knowledge of computer data entry and word processing preferred.• Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred.Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans' status.