Medical Surgical Nursing Assistant (Non-Certified)
About The Position
The Medical Surgical Nursing Assistant (Non-Certified), also referred to as a Med-Surg Nursing Assistant (Med-Surg NA), Renal Nursing Assistant, or Patient Care Assistant, works on the Med/Surg Renal unit (4E) at St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. The role assists registered nurses in providing basic nursing care to non-critical adult patients, including patients with kidney-related conditions. The assistant helps with activities of daily living and maintains a safe, supportive environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit. Entry-level applicants with no prior experience are welcome. This is a full-time position of 36 hours per week, with 12-hour night shifts from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM.
Requirements
- Maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.
- Possess knowledge of medical terminology.
Nice To Haves
- Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire.
- At least six months of previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating.
- Take and record vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, respiratory rate, and oxygen saturation.
- Measure and record fluid intake and output and daily weights, and report changes to the nurse.
- Help patients get in and out of bed, walk, reposition, and use assistive devices.
- Observe patients for physical changes, including shortness of breath, swelling, pain, or altered mental status, and promptly notify nursing staff.
- Keep patient rooms clean, stocked, and safe, and support the care team in a fast-paced 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.
- Many other benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
