Patient Care Assistant / Certified Nursing Assistant (Cna)

Our Patient Care Tech (PCA) is an unlicensed staff member who supports the RN with care, emphasizing cultural sensitivity and excellent customer service. Proficient in critical thinking and technical nursing skills, including vital signs and specimen collection. Ensures a clean and safe patient environment, follows fall risk protocols, and maintains proper hygiene. Responsible for patient restraints, ROM, and reorientation. Communicates vital sign changes, skin issues, and patient needs promptly to the RN. Completes assigned duties.

• UKHS is a nonprofit Level 1 Trauma Center and Magnet Hospital accredited by The Joint Commission.
• UKHS is nationally ranked as the best hospital in Kansas City and in Kansas. We also ranked among the nation's best in 8 specialties, the most of any hospital in the region (2022-23 U.S. News & World Report).
• With a national reputation for excellence in Patient Care, medical education, research, and community service, The University of Kansas Health System was named as one of the Top-25 employers in the Kansas City metro area.
• Full Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and 403(b) Retirement plans with employer matching)
• Financial Assistance for Career Development (Tuition and Certifications)

Required:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• BLS Certification or obtained within 14 days of hire
• Certified Nursing Assistant Certification, Medical Assistant Diploma, or documentation of Fundamentals of Nursing Course verifying required basic skills (required at time of hire); OR:
• Minimum of 18 months in a specialty tech position or Completion of the Gold Standard Intern Program/Acute Care School with University of Kansas Health System within 6 months of hire can be substituted for certifications listed above

“We are committed to continuing our legacy of excellence by providing outstanding service, leading-edge Patient Care and healthcare education to people in the Kansas City region, throughout Kansas and beyond.” – Bob Page, President and CEO, The University of Kansas Health System.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Please provide your phone number and email address.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Patient care: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification or obtained within 14 days of hire (Required)
• CNA (Preferred)

Work Location: In person