Nurse Assistant

Sisters of Mercy; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The Nurse Assistant position with Sisters of Mercy offers part-time shifts on weekends and evenings in a small, home-like residence for retired Sisters. You’ll provide compassionate daily care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, focusing on personal care, safety, and emotional support.

This role emphasizes teamwork, stable workload, and meaningful relationships with residents in a peaceful setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Nurse Aide certification is required or willingness to obtain.
• At least 1 year of experience in caregiving or healthcare is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and ambulation.
• Provide medication reminders as directed by RN.
• Observe and report changes in residents’ conditions to the RN.
• Maintain clean, safe, and comfortable living spaces and assist with meal trays and personal laundry.
• Record care and observations accurately and participate in meetings and trainings.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nurse Aide certification

caregiving/healthcare experience (1+ year)

Job description

Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Schedule: Part-time – Weekends as needed, Evenings as needed
Salary Range: $16 – $21 an hour

The Sisters of Mercy are seeking compassionate and dependable Nurse Assistants to join our caring team in Fremont, Ohio. We currently have part-time shifts available, offering flexibility along with a truly rewarding work environment.

This is a unique opportunity to work in a small, home-like residence for retired Sisters. We are not a hospital and not a public nursing home. Our setting allows for a manageable, sustainable workload, strong relationships with residents, and the chance to provide care in a respectful, peaceful atmosphere.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Benefits for eligible employees.
• Small, supportive care environment.
• Low resident-to-staff ratios.
• Predictable, steady workload.
• Strong sense of purpose and community.
• Meaningful relationships with residents and coworkers.

About Our Mission

Sustained and inspired by their relationship with God and one another, the mission of the Sisters of Mercy is to respond with vision and compassion to the needs of people who are poor, sick, and uneducated. This mission shapes our community and creates a workplace rooted in dignity, kindness, and mutual respect.

Position Summary

The Nurse Assistant provides supportive, individualized care to retired Sisters of Mercy under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), in accordance with established care plans. This role focuses on daily personal care, comfort, safety, and emotional support.

You will be part of a close-knit team where your work is valued, your voice is heard, and your care makes a real difference every day.

Resident Care

• Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, toileting, and ambulation.
• Provide medication reminders as directed by the RN.
• Assist with exercises, braces, compression stockings, and adaptive equipment.
• Observe and report changes in residents’ conditions to the RN.

Personal Care & Environment

• Help maintain clean, safe, and comfortable living spaces.
• Make beds, change linens, and assist with personal laundry.
• Escort residents to meals or provide meal trays as needed.
• Ensure resident rooms are free of safety hazards.

Observation & Communication

• Report resident needs, progress, and behaviors of concern to nursing staff.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to care and observations.

Other Duties

• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and in-services.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Occasional evenings or weekends may be required depending on shift.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Nurse Aide certification (or willingness to obtain, depending on state requirements).
• At least 1 year of experience in a caregiving or healthcare-related role preferred.
• Reliable, dependable, and able to work as part of a team.

Preferred

• Experience working with older adults or in a residential care setting.
• Comfort working in a faith-based, mission-driven environment.
• Strong communication skills and a compassionate, patient approach to care.
• Ability to work independently and follow care plans.