Certified Nursing Assistant

Dallas Regional Medical Center • Mesquite, TX

64d • Onsite

About The Position

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for its Definitive Observation Unit (DOU) at Dallas Regional Medical Center in Mesquite, Texas. The role provides direct patient care to individuals who need closer monitoring than patients on a regular medical-surgical floor but are not ill enough to require intensive care. The schedule is per diem, with night shifts running 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m. in 12-hour shifts.

Requirements

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire and maintained thereafter.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Nice To Haves

• At least six months of previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office.

Responsibilities

• Take and record frequent vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation.
• Assist patients with bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, oral care, and feeding.
• Turn and reposition patients, and assist with mobility and safe transfers using proper techniques and equipment.
• Monitor and document patient intake and output; observe for and report changes in patient condition.
• Support nursing staff in providing care to patients requiring close observation in a step-down unit.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Bereavement leave, FMLA, and other leave options.
• Employer 401(k) options.
• Tuition reimbursement options.
• Life, disability, and other insurance options.
• Other benefits are available; details are provided on the Prime Healthcare careers benefits page.

What This Job Offers

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