Patient Care Tech / CNA FT Days Newton Iowa

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

12 Hour Day Shift

Description:

Newton is family-friendly with a cost of living well below the national average. The Newton Community School District offers strong academics and activities and nearby colleges include DMACC Newton Campus. Families enjoy parks, a wellness center and a short commute to Des Moines for expanded cultural and educational opportunities.

MercyOne Newton Medical Center is a 48-bed acute-care hospital located 30 miles east of Des Moines, with emergency, cancer, cardiovascular, orthopedics, rehab, pediatrics and robotic surgery capabilities. It’s CMS-recognized for high-quality services and features a 50,000 sq ft medical office building adjacent to the campus.

Job Description

Want to learn more about MercyOne Newton? Click here: https://www.mercyone.org/newton

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Patient Care Tech/ CNA Med Surg Unit.

As a Patient Care Tech/ CNA Med Surg Unit at MercyOne, you will be under the supervision and direction of the staff nurse, assist patients with activities of daily living, and provide patients with basic nursing care. Assists in maintaining a safe, clean environment in accordance with established methods and procedures of MercyOne Newton Medical Center.

Job Description

Want to learn more about MercyOne Des Moines? Click here : Find a Location Des Moines, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Des Moines

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Patient Care Tech/ CNA Med Surg Unit.

As a Patient Care Tech/ CNA Med Surg Unit at MercyOne, you will be under the supervision and direction of the staff nurse, assist patients with activities of daily living, and provide patients with basic nursing care. Assists in maintaining a safe, clean environment in accordance with established methods and procedures of MercyOne Newton Medical Center.

Schedule:

12-hour shifts; 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Days

General Requirements:

· Provides/assists with personal care and activities of daily living.

· Assists with admission, discharge and transfer of patients to and from the unit.

· Measures and records heights, weights, intakes and outputs, and appetites as directed.

· Obtains vitals and blood glucose readings as directed.

· Maintains an awareness of personal and patient safety when performing all duties.

Education:

· Completion of 75-hour, 120-hour or 150-hour Certified Nursing Assistant Program and must be on State C.N.A. Registry.

· Must be 16 years old

· Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter – Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire.

· American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certified within six (6) weeks of hire.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy c ompetitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.