Certified Nursing Assistant-Post Surgical at UKHS St. Francis Campus in Topeka, Kansas

Job Description:

Advancing Healthcare Together - The Future of Healthcare is in Topeka Kansas Why The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis? Our People. Our people truly are our greatest strength. They make a massive difference in the amazing care we provide every day. We work closely together to create a positive experience for our patients and each other. Our Purpose. We will build on your experience and provide meaningful and purposeful career growth for your future. You will have the opportunity every day to make a difference in someone's life and change the course of healthcare. Our Place. St. Francis Campus is proud to be a part of a long legacy of high-quality, compassionate care. For more than 100 years, the hospital has combined compassionate care with lifesaving technological advancements to our patients and the communities served. Today, the hospital has 378 licensed beds, a history of technological advancements, and a generous and supportive community. Our St. Francis hospital is seeking an experienced Certified Nursing Assistant. We are looking for your experience, knowledge and patient care skills in our Post Surgical Department where you will be responsible for: What You Will Be Doing: Provide patient care according to the Standards of Care defined within the Kansas Nurse Practice Act, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment and the policies and procedures of The University of Kansas Health System, St. Francis Campus. Effectively manages department/patient activities in a time efficient manner to ensure the delivery of care is well organized and proficient. Provides quality customer service to patients, families, co-workers, and other members of the interdisciplinary health care team to create a professional and respectful environment. Now that you have read about what you will be doing and the experience we seek, it is time to apply and make a difference in the lives of our patients. The St. Francis Campus is fully accredited by the joint Commission. We also have the following notable accreditations and certifications: Advanced Primary Stroke Center Certification Inpatient Rehab Stroke Certification Chest Pain Accreditation, by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care Breast Imaging Center of Excellence, by the American College of Radiology (CoC) Accreditation High school diploma or equivalent Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant through the Kansas Nurse Aide Registry Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Prior work experience in a comparable health care setting is preferred Interpersonal and communication skills Ability to learn and to perform direct patient care and basic nursing procedures Ability to interpret and communicate data relevant to patients' needs and responses to care