Certified Nursing Assistant Senior - A6 - Cardiac IMC / Telemetry
Company: Christus Health
Location: Corpus Christi
Posted on: March 22, 2026
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Job Description:
Description A6 is a 27-bed fast paced unit. We provide care for
cardiac patients who have undergone a cardiac intervention from the
cath lab which includes stent placement, pacemaker placement, and
diagnostic angiograms. We also care for the patients who have
chosen to undergo Watchman and Mitraclip procedures. We manage
patients with congestive heart failure, NSTEMI, STEMI, pre-CABG,
and peripheral vascular occlusions. We do have patients with
cardiac drips and also take medical-surgical overflow patients from
the ER. We have a strong working relationship with our
cardiologists and hospitalists. A6 has a dedicated team that is
known for delivering exceptional high-quality patient care together
with outstanding customer service. Summary: Under the direct
supervision of a Registered Nurse/licensed Nurse, this Job will
assist with routine and repetitive patient care activities in a
nursing unit. This Job also performs specific clerical,
organizational, and patient-focused activities. The patient-focused
tasks will be supportive in nature. Responsibilities: Meets
expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of
Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Assists with the
admission, transfer, and discharge of patients. Completes pertinent
documents. Prepares rooms for admission by setting up IV pots, and
adjusting bed to the appropriate level. Assures that all patient
belongings accompany the patient to the new unit or home at time of
discharge. Safely transports stable patients as required. Maintains
security/confidentiality when transporting patients and interacting
with family and visitors. Cleans, procures and returns equipment
and supplies. Run errands for the unit as required. Assist Licensed
personnel in providing a safe and comfortable environment at all
times; replenish patient room with water, linen, and towels, as
appropriate. Perform unit-specific patient care tasks in accordance
with the skills checklist and documents on the flowsheet. Identify
obvious changes in the patient's condition and take responsibility
for reporting those changes promptly to the nurse in charge. Assist
with the ordering and maintenance of stock items according to
established inventory when needed. Keeps unit supplies in an
organized and orderly fashion. Respond appropriately to
emergencies. Communicate effectively with other team members during
and between shifts. Responds to phone calls and patient call
lights. Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment,
and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical,
psychosocial, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs
of each patient served. Demonstrates competence to perform assigned
patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the
population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by
the department. Job Requirements: Education/Skills High School
Diploma or Equivalent Preferred. Experience 1 year of relevant
experience required. 3-5 years of experience preferred. Licenses,
Registrations, or Certifications CNA License in state of employment
required. BLS required. Work Schedule: 7AM - 7PM Work Type: Full
Time
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