Nurse Assistant/ Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)- Neurosciences, Weekend Option, Days
About The Position
The Nurse Assistant is responsible for performing direct and indirect patient care tasks as delegated by the appropriate licensed nursing personnel. The primary responsibility of the Nurse Assistant is to provide basic patient cares such as bathing and hygiene, elimination and toileting, nutrition feeding and hydration, and ambulation and positioning. The Nurse Assistant supports patient safety and patient satisfaction by performing regular patient rounds on the nursing unit and effectively communicating with all team members. The Nurse Assistant demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient. Saint Francis Healthcare System, established in 1875 by Franciscan Sisters, has grown into a leading healthcare system serving over 715,000 people across five states with a 306-bed Medical Center, nearly 3,000 team members, and over 300 providers. It is recognized nationally for exceptional quality, safety, and patient experience, offering more than 50 specialties, including a Level III Emergency and Trauma Center and the first Level III NICU in southeast Missouri. The system operates as a Catholic healing ministry, guided by a mission to provide healing, wellness, quality, and love inspired by faith in Jesus Christ, aiming to be a leading Catholic healthcare system that celebrates and protects life through exceptional patient outcomes. The organization values Integrity, Stewardship, Faith, Hope, Joy, Compassion, Excellence, and Dignity, offering a workplace where contributions support a mission of changing lives for over 150 years.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Successful and proof of completion of an unlicensed assistive personnel curriculum that meets the minimum training standards as outlined in 19 CSR 30-20.125 or has documented experience as a Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Emergency Room Technician or Surgical Technician in the past three (3) years; or has completed a LPN program outside the US and is awaiting the licensure examination; or is a nursing student who has completed fundamentals or equivalent course; or was a nursing licensure candidate who failed to pass the state licensure examinations in the past three (3) years; or is certified as a nursing assistant as defined in section 198.082, RSMo.
- BLS Certification
Nice To Haves
- Previous hospital or nursing home experience
- Previous computer experience
Responsibilities
- Performing direct and indirect patient care tasks as delegated by the appropriate licensed nursing personnel
- Provide basic patient cares such as bathing and hygiene, elimination and toileting, nutrition feeding and hydration, and ambulation and positioning
- Support patient safety and patient satisfaction by performing regular patient rounds on the nursing unit and effectively communicating with all team members
- Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient
Benefits
- Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental and vision - available on the first of the month after hire date
- Saint Francis Medical Services Discount
- Earned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history. ETO combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days into one balance to allow for flexibility
- Retirement benefits including SFHS immediate matching
- Education Assistance benefits up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduation
- Benefit Support through Health Advocate
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Earned Wage Access
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
