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Staff Position

CNA - Medical Unit
SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital
Oklahoma City, OK
Flexible
Relocation Bonus

$11-17/hour

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • ShiftFlexible

Pay

Estimated pay
$11-17/hour

Benefits

  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Continuing Education
  • Health savings account
  • Health Care FSA
  • Dependent Care FSA
  • 403b retirement plan
  • Life insurance
  • Bereavement
  • Relocation bonus

Description

* This is a Full-Time, Night shift position *

Looking for an opportunity where patients come first, and you are valued as a team member?  We have opportunities for you in our Med Surg department! We have Full-Time, Part Time and PRN positions available on various shifts.  As a Nursing Assistant, you will be a vital member of the care team for our patients, assessing and evaluating their condition, while providing compassion and comfort.  At SSM Health, we know the healing power of presence begins with compassionate people like you. 

* Stack-able Shift Differential Premiums additionally per hour when applicable *

Under supervision and in collaboration with other health care professionals, assist in performing a variety of nursing care services for patients.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Receives patient care assignment from the registered nurse (RN) in charge.  Initiates delegated tasks based on demonstrated competence in performing nursing activities for specific patient age group served.
  • Collects and documents data for the admission assessment, reassessment and/or scheduling appointments or surgeries at specific times for patient population.  May document and provide appropriate data to the RN and/or LPN for analysis and validation of patient’s response to care or treatment and when significant change occurs in the patient’s condition.
  • Informs licensed nurse of any changes in patient condition/needs, of patient complaints, and of patient/significant other educational needs.
  • Stocks and maintains supplies and equipment in keeping with patient care needs and cost containment.  Utilizes time and supplies economically and conscientiously.
  • Assists with delegated clerical duties such as answering telephones, relaying messages, transcription of physician orders, preparing and organizing the patient's medical record.
  • In an inpatient environment, responsibilities may also include the following: answers patients’ calls for help, takes their vital signs, and monitors their behavior and physical condition for progress or deterioration.  Assists with baths, ambulating, feeding, skin care, personal and oral hygiene and making occupied and unoccupied beds.  Performs dressing changes, enemas, ostomy care, toileting, turning, cough and deep breathing, catheter care, collection of biological specimens, measuring and recording intake and output of fluids.
  • In an inpatient environment, prepares patients for discharge and accompanies them upon dismissal as indicated.  Orients new patients and significant others to the nursing unit.
  • In an outpatient environment, manages referrals for medical and surgical specialist appointments.  Provides assistance in patient care to patients three years of age or older.
  • Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
  • May perform point of care testing according to policies and procedures.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

  • Completion of a state approved unlicensed assist personnel program (UAP) or completion of first year in nursing school or enrolled in UAP through SSM Health upon hire (excludes OK hires since a program does not exist).

EXPERIENCE

  • No experience required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Constant standing and walking.
  • Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
  • Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
  • Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
  • Frequent reaching, gripping, and keyboard use/data entry.
  • Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
  • Occasional bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
  • Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships.
  • Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
  • Occasional lifting/moving patients.
  • Occasional use of smell to detect/recognize odors.
  • Occasional driving.

* This is a Full-Time, Night shift position *

Looking for an opportunity where patients come first, and you are valued as a team member?  We have opportunities for you in our Med Surg department! We have Full-Time, Part Time and PRN positions available on various shifts.  As a Nursing Assistant, you will be a vital member of the care team for our patients, assessing and evaluating their condition, while providing compassion and comfort.  At SSM Health, we know the healing power of presence begins with compassionate people like you. 

* Stack-able Shift Differential Premiums additionally per hour when applicable *

Under supervision and in collaboration with other health care professionals, assist in performing a variety of nursing care services for patients.
Catherine Duncan
Catherine Duncan

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SSM Health

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SSM Health has grown to be one of the largest integrated health systems in the country, because leadership, administration and providers work closely together to find solutions to the most pressing needs in medical care today. Collectively, our knowledge and resources are combined to innovate, optimize workflows and allow for better care delivery and patient interactions. Physicians and leadership engage in regular discussions designed to standardize practices that yield better outcomes across our system. Physicians, providers and health care leaders seeking the stability and resources of a large, reputable integrated health system, as well as the collegiality and respect of peers and the rewards of practicing in a faith-based organization, choose SSM Health as their ideal practice setting. SSM Health's 23 hospitals, more than 290+ physician offices and outpatient care sites, and 10 post-acute facilities offer vast opportunities to shape the future of health care throughout Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma and Wisconsin.
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About Oklahoma City, OK

As a travel nurse in Oklahoma City, OK here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Oklahoma City is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Summer average high: 93°F, average low: 71°F.
  • Winter average high: 49°F, average low: 28°F.
Furnished Housing
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Transportation
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Demographics
  • The city has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
  • Oklahoma City has a growing population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
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  • Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks, lakes, and hiking trails.
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