What are the responsibilities and job description for the Healthcare Assistant position at Ability KC?
Under general direction of the Supervisor and the direct supervision of a registered nurse or LPN, administers patient care and related activities, services and/or procedures to promote the physical and emotional health and person comfort needs for patients. Delivery of patient care includes data collection, documentation, communication and implementation of patient care interventions in accordance with state Nursing Practice Acts and department standards.
PRN positions offer flexibility in scheduling and can be discussed with the supervisor to best meet the needs of the employee and organization.
EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent required. CNA certification required.
EXPERIENCE: Three months experience as a nursing assistant or as a nursing student who has completed a fundamentals of nursing course at an accredited school of nursing prior hospital experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: Excellent interpersonal skills required. Ability to achieve and maintain BLS certification required.
WHO WE ARE:
As a Kansas City based not-for-profit since 1947, Ability KC builds brighter futures for children and adults with disabilities through medical, educational, and vocational therapeutic services. The depth, breadth, and continuum of expertise within the Ability KC team is internationally recognized through multiple accreditations and more importantly through the achievement of milestones by the individuals and families served. The Ability KC mission and culture is founded upon legacy that continues to innovate and evolve through the connectedness of team, those served, families and caregivers, referral and partner organizations, supporters, volunteers, and community. Ability KC is a designated comprehensive outpatient rehabilitation facility (CORF) since 2002, accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities since 1971 and accreditation with National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Ability KC is a leading hub of therapeutic services supporting the continuum of disabilities across ages. From our goal-oriented approach in services to our long-range planning, our teams are continually looking towards building a foundation of success for those we serve and our organization today and into the future. As we look ahead to the next chapter in our history, we envision a more inclusive community that prepares individuals of all varying abilities to fully participate and contribute to our community. We envision communities that are more adaptable, more inclusive, and stronger as individuals and their families’ partner with Ability KC for every transition in life.
What We Offer: Winter Break for Holiday & Family Time!
Retirement Benefits Eligible to All Employees
Leave Benefits That Include
Wellness and Care Leave
PTO
Extended Sick Leave
Sabbatical Leave- For Qualifying Positions
We offer a Comprehensive Benefit Package that includes
Paid Life Insurance
Paid LTD
HSA or FSA options
We are a Monday– Friday Outpatient Service
Ability KC is 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Background and post offer drug screenings required.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- Clinic
- Rehabilitation center
Experience:
- nursing assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- CNA certificate (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
