• Telemetry Patient Care Assistant II

    Prime Healthcare (Harlingen, TX)


    Overview

     

    We are seeking aTelemetry PCA II,sometimes referred to as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). The Certified Nursing Assistant in our telemetry unit plays an important role in the care of patients who require continuous monitoring of their heart and vital signs. Our Telemetry units typically care for patients with cardiac conditions, post-surgical needs, or other medical issues requiring close monitoring. Our CNA’s provide essential support to patients under close cardiac monitoring.

     

    Employment Type: Part Time

     

    Shifts Available: Days

     

    Hours: 12-Hour shifts – 7:00am to 7:00pm

    Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

    + Health, dental, and vision insurance options

    + Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

    + Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options

    + Employer 401K options

    + Tuition reimbursement options

    + Life, disability, and other insurance options

    + Many other amazing benefits

     

    Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

    Responsibilities

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

    + Measure and document vital signs (e.g., blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation)

    + Observe patients for any changes in condition, such as increased discomfort, difficulty breathing, or changes in mental status, and report findings to the RN

    + Observe cardiac monitors and reporting any irregularities to the nursing staff

    + Ensure telemetry leads and equipment are properly placed and functioning

    + Act as a liaison between patients and the nursing team

    Qualifications

    Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

    EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

    1. High School Diploma or equivalent preffered 2. Current Certification in Patient Care required (M.A. / CNA / EMT / Paramedic / Patient Care Tech, etc.) 3. Current Dysrhythmia Interpretation Certificate upon hire and maintain current preferred. 4. Current BLS (AHA) certificate within 30 days of hire and maintain current 5. Six months previous experience as Monitor Technician preferred. 6. Current Phlebotomy certification upon hire, preferred. 7. Current EKG certification upon hire, preferred. 8. Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology. 9. Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.

     

    Employment Status

     

    Part Time< 60

     

    Shift

     

    Days

     

    Equal Employment Opportunity

     

    Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_screen\_reader\_10\_20.pdf

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    FacilityHarlingen Medical Center

     

    LocationUS-TX-Harlingen

    ID2025-235813

    CategoryAide

     

    Position TypePart Time < 60

     

    ShiftDays

     

    Job TypeNon-Exempt