What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nursing Assistant/Nursing Assistant - Neurology Med Surg position at The Nebraska Medical Center?
Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families. Shift: Certified Nursing Assistant/Nursing Assistant - Neurology Med Surg *Experienced CNAs preferred* ASK YOUR RECRUITER ABOUT: CNA Certification Sponsorship Tuition Reimbursement Loan Repayment Program Flexible scheduling options (if applicable/varies per unit) Position Highlights: 6 Neuro is a 48 bed unit caring for medical surgical patients specializing in Neurology and Neurosurgery. Eight of our beds are equipped for long term EEG monitoring. Our specialized patient population includes: strokes, aneurysms, seizures, spinal fusions, brain and spinal cord tumors, and other neurological conditions. The complexity of 6 neuro patients makes for a great learning experience for nurses who are interested in the ICU. Our staff works closely with physician teams, PT/OT, SLP, and other disciplines of the healthcare team to give extraordinary care. We pride ourselves in teamwork and excellence on 6 Neuro. Shift Details: Nights Needed; May also offer Day shift Full time/Part time 7pm-730am or 7am-730pm *Multiple positions available Why Nebraska Medicine: Our shared values reflect who we are and why we’re here and include, Innovation, Teamwork, Excellence, Accountability, Courage and Healing. Competitive Benefits including retirement match contribution, PTO accrual, tuition reimbursement Lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care Forbes Magazine recognizes us in their list of American’s top employers and the best employer in Nebraska Certified Nursing Assistant Perform delegated patient activities as assigned by licensed nursing personnel for the achievement of patient`s plan of care. Required Qualifications: • Minimum of 16 years of age required. • Possesses a Certified Nursing Assistant certification in the state of Nebraska required. • Demonstrated effective communication skills required. • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later). Preferred Qualifications: • Knowledge of computer data entry and word processing preferred. • Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred. Nursing Assistant Perform delegated patient activities as assigned by licensed nursing personnel for the achievement of patient`s plan of care. Required Qualifications: • Minimum of 18 years of age required. • High school education or equivalent required. • Six months experience in patient care required or must be enrolled in nursing program. • Demonstrated effective communication skills required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification endorsed by the American Heart Association (AHA) upon completion of unit orientation required. Preferred Qualifications: • Direct patient care experience preferred. • Knowledge of computer data entry and word processing preferred. • Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred. Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status. Nebraska Medicine includes two hospitals, the state's largest and highest rated Nebraska Medical Center and Bellevue Medical Center, along with more than 70 primary care and specialty clinics. Nebraska Medicine and our research and education partner, the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), share the same mission: to lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding our promise of “Serious Medicine, Extraordinary Care” to our patients and their families. 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