Caregiver (CNA/Resident Assistant) - Full-time

Sisters of St Francis • Dubuque, IA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

We are a community committed to welcoming all with kindness, fostering a peaceful environment, offering respectful service, and caring for the Earth. Each member of our staff supports this mission through their daily work, contributing to a culture of dignity, compassion, and care. This role provides compassionate, hands-on care to the Sisters, supporting their physical comfort, dignity, and participation in community life.

Requirements

• CNA certification or Nurse Aide experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Completion of food service and food handling training.
• Ability to work collaboratively with nursing staff in providing care.
• Commitment to serving the Sisters with dignity, patience, and respect.
• A helpful, courteous, and professional presence with residents, staff, and guests.
• Ability to stand and walk for most of the shift.
• Frequent bending, stooping, and lifting.
• Ability to assist with routine lifting of Sisters.
• Floor-to-waist lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Waist-to-shoulder lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Bilateral carry up to 50 lbs.
• Push up to 35 lbs.
• Pull up to 35 lbs.
• Ability to read and use equipment such as thermometers and blood pressure cuffs.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, hands-on care to the Sisters, supporting their physical comfort, dignity, and participation in community life.
• Assist the nurse on shift in responding to Sisters’ health-related needs and emergencies.
• Respond promptly to call lights in Clare and Francis buildings.
• Support Sisters with personal care including bathing, grooming, dressing, repositioning, and mobility.
• Assist with meal service by delivering food and beverages, helping Sisters who require assistance with eating, and maintaining kitchenette cleanliness.
• Change bed linens and clean beds according to the established cleaning schedule.
• Assist with walking, exercise, and safe transportation of Sisters throughout the campus.
• Support Sisters’ participation in activity programs.
• Take and record vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respirations, and weight as directed by the nurse.
• Assist with safe physical transfers following established lifting guidelines.
• Pass beverages and nourishment between meals.
• Assist Sisters in preparing for liturgy, retreat opportunities, and other chapel activities.
• Provide companionship and meaningful interaction with Sisters between assigned duties.
• Maintain clean, neat, and safe neighborhood areas and Sister rooms.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness according to daily use and scheduled cleaning procedures.
• Follow all infection control, safety, and confidentiality policies in accordance with Mount St. Francis Center standards and state regulations.
• Demonstrate familiarity with fire, tornado, and disaster procedures.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED