Medical/Surgical CNA (Per Diem)

At Saint John Hospital, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Saint John Hospital is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!

In addition to acute care services, Saint John Hospital specializes in 24/7 emergency care, senior behavioral health, skilled nursing, ambulatory care, including outpatient surgical services, imaging services including 3D mammography, Diagnostic Imaging and Ultrasound, Rehabilitation Services including Physical, Occupational and Speech/Language Therapy and Audiology. Saint John is certified as an Advanced Disease-Specific Care for Acute Stroke Ready Hospital from The Joint Commission and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. Saint John is 5-star rated for Treatment of Sepsis (2018-2020) and Treatment of Heart Failure (2020) by Healthgrades. The hospital is a part of Prime Healthcare Services and affiliated with Providence Medical Center in Kansas City, Kan. To learn more, visit www.saintjohnleavenworth.com or call 913-680-6000.

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Saint John Hospital in Leavenworth, Kansas is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our Medical-Surgical (Med/Surg) unit. The CNA will provide high-quality, patient-centered care under the supervision of registered nurses (RNs) and other healthcare professionals. This role is critical in ensuring the comfort, safety, and well-being of patients recovering from surgery or managing medical conditions.

Key Responsibilities:
* Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
* Monitor and record patients' vital signs, such as temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
* Provide basic patient care, including feeding, positioning, and assisting with ambulation.
* Prepare patients for examinations and surgical procedures, ensuring they are comfortable and informed.
* Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team to support patient care plans.
* Assist in the administration of prescribed treatments and medications under RN supervision.
* Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient care environment.
* Respond promptly to patient needs and call lights with compassion and professionalism.

Education and Work Experience

1. Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, required.

2. Current BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain current.

3. Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.

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

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