Certified Aide Senior Care

Trinity Health; Dyersville (IA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

MercyOne Health System in Dyersville, IA, is seeking a Certified Aide (CNA) for a part-time, 0.5 FTE position in a rotating shift within an acute care hospital setting.

You will provide direct patient care under the supervision of an RN or LPN, assist with daily living activities, monitor patient conditions, and contribute to a compassionate care environment at MercyOne Dyersville Medical Center.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years old.
• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification and registration.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with personal care needs including bathing, hygiene, dressing, grooming, feeding, mobility, toileting, repositioning.
• Safely transfers, lifts, repositions, and ambulates patients using approved techniques and equipment.
• Responds promptly to call lights and patient requests to support a positive patient experience.

Skills

CNA certification

Job description

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Certified Aide!

As a Certified Aide at MercyOne, you will provide direct patient care and support services under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). This role assists patients with activities of daily living, promotes comfort and safety, monitors and reports changes in patient condition, and contributes to a positive patient experience. The CNA plays a vital role in supporting the healthcare team by delivering compassionate, high-quality care that helps ensure optimal patient outcomes in an acute care hospital setting.

What You'll Do:

• Assists patients with personal care needs, including bathing, hygiene, dressing, grooming, feeding, mobility, toileting, repositioning, and other supportive care activities.


• Safely transfers, lifts, repositions, and ambulates patients using approved patient handling techniques and appropriate equipment, reporting changes in mobility or functional status to the nursing team.


• Responds promptly to call lights and patient requests, anticipating needs and contributing to a positive patient experience.


• Collects, labels, and transports specimens according to established procedures and infection prevention standards.


• Performs post-mortem care in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.


• Collaborates with nurses, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team to support quality patient outcomes and continuity of care.

Schedule:

• Part time, 0.5 FTE (20 hours per week)


• Weekend and holiday rotation required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 16 years old.


• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification and registration required.


• Completion of the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Mandatory Reporter training specific to the population served within three (3) months of hire. Colleagues employed and working solely in facilities located in Illinois are exempt from this requirement in accordance with applicable state requirements.


• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

Ministry/Facility Information:

MercyOne Dyersville Medical Center is a 20-bed critical access hospital serving 17 rural communities in western Dubuque County. As a Level IV Community Trauma Care Facility, it offers 24/7 emergency and trauma services, along with acute and skilled inpatient care, ambulatory surgery, home care and specialty clinics. The center includes a fully equipped laboratory, imaging services, retail pharmacy with drive thru and delivery, and Phase II cardiac rehabilitation tailored to those recovering from heart events. Outpatient and inpatient physical, occupational and speech therapy are available locally to help patients regain function and independence. MercyOne Dyersville Medical Center delivers compassionate, personalized health care that keeps essential care close to home.

Visit MercyOne Careers (https://www.mercyone.org/careers/) to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran