CNA Medical Unit

MercyOne; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

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Benefits package

Job summary

MercyOne Dubuque/Dyersville Medical Center is hiring a Nurse Assistant to join our caregiving team. The NA works under the supervision of a registered nurse and helps patients with daily living activities, while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care in line with our mission.

The role is part-time (0.4 FTE) with weekend and holiday rotation, and requires some combination of Iowa registry status, CNA coursework, EMT certification, or prior military medical training.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age (child labor laws apply).
• Must meet one of the following: active Iowa registry, CNA course completion, EMT Certification, or military medical occupation training.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living to support independence and comfort.
• Provide holistic, compassionate care aligned with MercyOne's mission and policies.

Education

Active Iowa CNA registry

CNA course completion

EMT Certification

Military medical occupation training

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Rotating Shift Description:

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.

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:

• Part-Time, 0.4 FTE (16 hours per week)

• Weekend and holiday rotation

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!

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.

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.