Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)/Nurse Assistant - Progressive Care Unit

Montgomery College; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards

Health coverage

Education Assistance

Job summary

Saint Francis Healthcare System is seeking a Nurse Assistant for the night shift (7pm–7am) on a part-time schedule, with every other weekend and holiday rotation. The role includes direct and indirect patient care and requires a High School Diploma or GED and completion of an NA training program or equivalent experience.

BLS certification is required, and prior hospital or nursing home experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of unlicensed assistive personnel curriculum or documented NA/EMT/Surgical Tech experience in past 3 years.
• BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct and indirect patient care as delegated by licensed personnel.
• Provide basic patient care: bathing, hygiene, toileting, feeding and hydration, and ambulation.
• Complete regular patient rounds and communicate with the healthcare team to support safety and satisfaction.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Nursing Assistant training program

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Current Saint Francis Colleagues - Please click HERE to login and apply.JOB SUMMARYThe 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.JOB DETAILS AND REQUIREMENTSTime Type: Part Time (48 hours per 2 week pay period), with benefitsTypical Hours: Night Shift, 7pm to 7am, every other weekend and holiday rotationEducation:High School Diploma or GED- requiredSuccessful and proof of completion of an unlicensed assistive personnel curriculum that meets the minimum training standards as outlined in 19 CSR 30-20.125 required 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.Certifications & Licensures:BLS CertificationExperience:Previous hospital or nursing home experience-preferredPrevious computer experience-preferredADDITIONAL INFORMATIONWhy Work at Saint Francis?Saint Francis Healthcare System began in 1875 when three courageous Franciscan Sisters answered a call to care for those in need. What started as a 12‑bed hospital has grown into the region’s leading healthcare system—recognized nationally for exceptional quality, safety, and patient experience.Today, Saint Francis serves more than 715,000 people across five states. With a 306‑bed Medical Center, nearly 3,000 team members, and over 300 providers, Saint Francis is not only the largest healthcare system between St. Louis and Memphis—it’s a powerful economic anchor for the communities it serves.You’ll find more than 50 specialties, the region’s only Level III Emergency and Trauma Center, and southeast Missouri’s first Level III NICU. The system’s employed physician group, Saint Francis Medical Partners, supports more than 40 outreach clinics and 70% of the area’s primary care providers.A Mission That MattersAt Saint Francis, you’re not just doing a job - you’re part of a Catholic healing ministry rooted in compassion, dignity, and service. Every action is inspired by a commitment to honor human life and care for every person who walks through the doors.MissionTo provide a ministry of healing, wellness, quality, and love inspired by our faith in Jesus Christ.VisionTo be a leading Catholic healthcare system that celebrates and protects the gift of life by providing exceptional patient outcomes in quality, safety, access and value.Values You Can Feel Every DayIntegrity: Doing what’s right, even when no one is watchingStewardship: Managing resources wisely for the futureFaith: Believing in a purpose greater than ourselvesHope: Lifting up those who feel discouragedJoy: Serving others with a grateful, happy heartCompassion: Seeing others through Christ's eyesExcellence: Always striving to be the bestDignity: Respecting human life from beginning to endIf You’re Looking to Make a True Impact…Saint Francis offers a workplace where your work has purpose, your team feels like family, and your contributions support a mission that has been changing lives for more than 150 years.Total RewardsOur most important asset is our colleagues. That's why Saint Francis Healthcare System offers a comprehensive benefits program to meet all your needs. Colleagues working at least 24 hours per week will have access to our Total Rewards package as outlined below.Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental and vision - available on the first of the month after hire dateSaint Francis Medical Services DiscountEarned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history. ETO combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days into one balance to allow for flexibilityRetirement benefits including SFHS immediate matchingEducation Assistance benefits up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduationOther benefits including: Benefit Support through Health Advocate, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Earned Wage AccessTo learn more about our Total Rewards package and eligibility, visit www.sfmc.net/careers/benefits/.Saint Francis Healthcare System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Saint Francis Healthcare System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) should you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with Saint Francis Healthcare System, please call 573-331-5152 or email us at [e-mail].