Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) SBHC

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a dedicated CNA (Certified Nurse Assistant) looking for a meaningful job in healthcare? Do you thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment where patient care is the top priority? If so, NMC Health invites you to join our award-winning, nurse-driven healthcare team in the Wichita Metro Area.

We are currently seeking a  Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Full-time to join our  Senior Behavioral Health Center (SBHC) in Newton, KS.  The certified 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 the family.  Other functions/competencies of the position may include unit clerk, monitor technician, general clerical activities, activities of daily living and basic nurse 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).

This is a full-time, night-shift position.

Qualifications: (as required for success in the role)

Education: 

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

Experience:

·         Preferred inpatient therapy or geriatric experience

Knowledge and Skills: 

• 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;

Licensure/registration/certification: RMA/CMA certification

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

Are you ready to make a positive impact on the lives of patients in your community? Join us at NMC Health and be part of a compassionate, award-winning team!