What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNA Med Surg Full Time Nights position at John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital?
JFK Memorial Hospital has provided medical care to residents in the Coachella Valley since 1966. A group of physicians, including Dr. Reynaldo Carreon, founded the hospital and today one of JFK’s cross streets is named in his honor.
Originally called Indio Community Hospital, JFK has grown to a 145-bed acute-care hospital that is part of Tenet Healthcare California. It offers a variety of services, including:
•Emergency care 24/7
•Orthopedic and joint replacement services using emerging technology
•Cardiovascular services
•Maternity care and pediatric services
•Ambulatory surgery center
•Imaging services
•Outpatient Rehabilitation Center
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
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.
Shift: Nights
Hours: 1900-0730
Schedule: 72 hours per 2 week pay period. Some weekends required
2503002870
