CNA Ambulatory Services

MercyOne; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Dubuque/Dyersville Medical Center is hiring a Nurse Assistant to join the MercyOne family. The Nurse Assistant, under the direct supervision of a registered professional nurse, provides holistic, compassionate patient care by assisting with activities of daily living.

Nurse Assistants also support the MercyOne mission and policies. Schedule: Full time, 0.9 FTE (36 hours/week) on the Day shift (6:00am–6:00pm).

Qualifications

• Must meet at least one registration or certification requirement: Iowa registry, 75-hour CNA, EMT, or military medical specialty.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• BLS certification required within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Provide holistic, compassionate, patient-centered care under RN supervision.
• Support mission and policies of MercyOne and MercyOne Dubuque/Dyersville Medical Center.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Education

CNA course completion (75 hours)

Active Iowa registry (or state registry)

EMT Certification

Medical military occupation specialty training

High school diploma or GED preferred

BLS Certification within 30 days

Job description

Employment Type:Full time Shift:12 Hour Day Shift Description:

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Nurse Assistant.

As a Nurse Assistant at MercyOne, the Nurse Assistant (NA) is a member of the MercyOne Dubuque/Dyersville Medical Center healthcare team and is under the direct supervision of a registered professional nurse. NAs provide holistic, compassionate, individualized, and effective patient care by assisting the patient with activities of daily living. Nurse Assistant (NA) also provide other physical, emotional, and spiritual needs consistent with the Mission of MercyOne, Vision of Patient Care Services, evidence-based standards of care, and established policies and procedures.

Schedule:

• Full time, 0.9 FTE (36 hours per week)

• Day shift hours scheduled between 6:00am - 6:00pm

General Requirements:

All Nurse Assistants (other than Senior Care):

• Must be at least 16 years of age, Child labor laws are applicable to all minors under the age of 18. May be required to be 18 years of age in some area.

• Must meet at least one of the following requirements:

  • Be active on the Iowa registry (required for long term care nurse assistants in Iowa, and nurse assistants who work in Illinois or Wisconsin are required to be on their respective state’s registry)

  • Show proof of completion of 75-hour CNA course

  • Show proof of EMT Certification

  • Show proof of formally holding (and completed training for) a medical occupation specialty from the military (current or former)

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

• Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training is required within 6 months of hire and every 3 years thereafter.

• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) will be required within 30 days of hire and every 2 years thereafter.

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 Dubuque is the leading hospital in the tri-states, offering the only comprehensive cardiology center and level II regional neonatal intensive care unit in the area as well as the newly constructed MercyOne Dubuque Cancer Center. Other services include a trauma center, a CARF-accredited inpatient rehabilitation unit, home health care, orthopedics, retail pharmacies, palliative care, and a wide range of outpatient and community services. MercyOne operates two hospital-based skilled nursing units and a 40-bed nursing home.

In recognition of the strength of its nursing service and the overall quality of patient care, MercyOne Dubuque has been designated a Magnet hospital four consecutive times - the nation's most prestigious award for nursing excellence.

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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.