CNA - Float Pool

MercyOne; Clinton (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

MercyOne Clinton Medical Center is seeking a CNA Float Pool to provide compassionate, patient-centered care under RN supervision. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living and reporting vital signs and changes to nursing staff.

Requires Iowa CNA certification and BLS within 3 months of hire; minimum 3 years’ experience preferred. Full-time schedule with day shifts; competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• CNA certification required by the State of Iowa.
• BLS certification within 3 months of hire.
• Minimum 3 years’ related experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a shared leadership environment.
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living for patients.
• Support physical, emotional and spiritual needs of patients.
• Record and report vital signs, inputs/outputs, and observations.
• Provide consistent safety and infection-control practices.
• Demonstrate caring, respectful care toward diverse patients.

Skills

CNA

BLS Certification

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Day ShiftDescription: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.
MercyOne Clinton Medical Center is a Catholic, not-for-profit, full-service community health system serving counties in eastern Iowa and western Illinois. With approximately 50,000 patient admissions every year, MercyOne Clinton operates 163 licensed beds. In addition to a wide range of traditional hospital services, MercyOne Clinton provides a continuum of care with specialized services in wound care, radiation oncology, dialysis, imaging, sleep disorders, therapy services, and skilled care. MercyOne Clinton has a staff of more than 800 employees, making it one of the community’s largest employers.

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a CNA Float Pool.

As a CNA Float Pool at MercyOne, you will be a member of MercyOne Clinton Medical Center’s healthcare team and is under the direct supervision of a registered professional nurse. The nurse assistant provides quality, evidence-based, patient-centered care by assisting the patient with activities of daily living, as well as other physical, emotional and spiritual needs. The nurse assistant provides care consistent with the mission of MercyOne Clinton, vision of patient care services, evidence-based standard of care and established policies and procedures.

• Function in an assistive role under the supervision of the Registered Nurse retaining accountability for one’s own actions and behaviors.

• Assist in the physical management of patient: feeding, hygiene, bed making and ambulation.

• Provide physical, emotional and spiritual care to the patient population with respect to age specific and culturally sensitive needs as described in the department’s scope of service.

• Record and report information such as vital signs, intake and output, weight, and any behavioral changes appropriate supervisory personnel.

• Collect specimens and perform diagnostic procedures as directed (UA, BGM, VS, I&O, etc.)

• Provide care and prevention necessary to keep patient safe.

• Demonstrate a caring practice by respecting the rights of an individual or group.

Schedule:

• Full time .9 (36 hours per week)

• Day Shift 7:00 am – 7:30 pm; every third weekend; holiday rotation

General Requirements:

• Certified Nurse Aide, verification of certification from the State of Iowa.

• Must be BLS certified within 3 months of hire.

• Minimum of three years’ experience in a related field preferred.

• Must be able to work concurrently on a variant of tasks in an environment that may be stressful with individuals having diverse personalities and work styles.

• Must be able to set and organize own work priorities and adapt to them as they change.

• Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.

• Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission and vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health.

Education:

• High school education or equivalent preferred.

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

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.