What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Med Surg position at John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital?
Overview
Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If youre dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives, we encourage you to apply today and become a crucial part of our caring team!
At John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Job Summary
Shift: Nights
Hours: 1900-0730
Job Type: Per Diem
The Surgical Unit (Tower) Nursing Assistant (NA), under the direction of a licensed staff, gathers data for the patient, provides basic nursing care according to the plan of care. The NA accurately obtains post operative vital signs, encourages coughing and deep breathing and observes for and reports bleeding, redness, swelling or separation to surgical sites. Accurately maintains and records intake and output. Maintains patient rooms and nursing unit in a clean, organized and environmentally safe manner.
Qualifications
1.CPR
2.Certified Nursing Assistance Certificate or equivalent at the time of hire
3.Previous hospital experience preferred
4.Basic Computer Skills
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Organization Description
Desert Care Network serves the healthcare needs of the Coachella Valley and Morongo Basin regions in Southern California with three hospitals Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio and Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree. The hospital network provides advanced care with services such as comprehensive stroke care, a cancer center, a Level 1 Trauma Center and the only Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the Coachella Valley. Desert Care Network is committed to healthcare equality. Join our team!
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1.CPR
2.Certified Nursing Assistance Certificate or equivalent at the time of hire
3.Previous hospital experience preferred
4.Basic Computer Skills
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