Cardiac Care CNA

Job description

Overview
Department: Cardiac Care Employment Type: Full Time
Shifts Available: Nights
Hours: 12-Hour shifts - 7:00pm - 7:00am
Location: St. Joseph Medical Center – Kansas City, MO
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. Skilled 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.
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

Qualifications
• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, required
• Current BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain current
• Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Minimum six months’ previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/
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Employment Status
Full Time
Shift
Nights
Equal Employment Opportunity
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