Cardiac Care CNA

Prime Healthcare • Kansas City, MO

19h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Cardiac Care CNA, also referred to as a Cardiology Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Cardiology CNA or Cardiac CNA. Our Cardiac Care CNA will work in our Coronary Care Unit (CCU) supporting critically ill cardiac patients. This role requires skills in high-acuity patient care, continuous monitoring support, and rapid communication with the healthcare team to promote patient safety and positive outcomes in a fast-paced critical care environment. The position is full-time with night shifts available, from 7:00pm to 7:00am, located at St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, MO.

Requirements

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, required
• Current BLS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current
• Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology

Nice To Haves

• Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician's office preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for critically ill cardiac patients, including post–myocardial infarction and post–cardiac procedure patients, ensuring comfort, safety, and dignity
• Obtain and documented frequent vital signs, intake/output, and patient observations, promptly reporting abnormal findings to nursing staff
• Support continuous cardiac monitoring by maintaining telemetry equipment and immediately alerting RNs to rhythm changes or monitor alarms
• Assist with patient repositioning, mobility, and hygiene while managing lines, tubes, and invasive equipment safely during care activities
• Collaborate effectively with RNs and the interdisciplinary team during rapid responses and code situations, maintaining a calm and organized care environment

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees