About Us

Located in Wichita, KS, Kansas Spine & Specialty Hospital (KSSH) is a regional center for the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the spine, neck and joint. Dedicated to improving the quality of life of our patients, Kansas Spine practices a team approach, providing patients with access to a specialized team of surgeons, anesthesiologists, pain management, internal medicine physicians and nurses.

Overview

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs delegated tasks and procedures of patient care, involving the physical, psychological, social, emotional, safety and security needs of the patient.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Greets, assists, and/or redirects patients, physicians, employees and the general public.
2. Performs delegated direct patient care including partial and complete bed baths, provides and or performs/assists with oral hygiene, shampooing, shaving, eye care, and positioning.
3. Maintains bed and room in a clean, neat, and comfortable manner, removing supplies and equipment not in use.
4. Obtains and records vital signs, measures and records intake and output information, collects required specimens, care of drainage tubes, catheter care, peri-care, post-operative care, isolation precautions, patient transfers, and other procedures as needed.
5. Explains care to be performed to patient and family.
6. Responds to patient and family calls in a timely manner (within 5 min).
7. Documents care given to patients utilizing the electronic medical record.
8. Performs blood sugar checks using the glucometer.
9. Orders and stocks supplies.
10. Communicates unusual or emergent situation to the RN in a timely manner.
11. Actively protects patient and self by following OSHA and other standards reviewed in annual training.

Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Nurse Assistant certification in good standing within the State of Kansas.
• Current BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) required.
• One year CNA experience in an acute care facility or with acute care patients. Prefer ortho, neuro or critical care experience.