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

Saint Francis Healthcare System; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Earned Time Off (ETO)

Retirement benefits

Education Assistance benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

The Nurse Assistant at Saint Francis Healthcare System provides direct and indirect patient care including bathing, feeding, toileting, and positioning, under licensed nursing supervision. The role emphasizes patient safety, rounds, and effective team communication, with care adapted to the patient’s age group.

Position is part-time (48 hours per 2 week pay period) with benefits; typical hours are 7am–7pm on days, with every other weekend and holiday rotation. BLS certification is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Successful completion of an unlicensed assistive personnel curriculum meeting MOs minimum training standards or documented experience in related roles.
• BLS Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care such as bathing, hygiene, feeding, toileting, ambulation, and positioning.
• Perform regular patient rounds and communicate effectively with the health care team.
• Support patient safety and comfort and adapt care to age-specific needs.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Nurse Assistant training/competency requirement

BLS Certification

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The 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 REQUIREMENTS

Time Type: Part Time (48 hours per 2 week pay period), with benefits

Typical Hours: Day Shift, 7am to 7pm, every other weekend and holiday rotation

Education

• High School Diploma or GED- required
• Successful 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 Certification

Experience

• Previous hospital or nursing home experience-preferred
• Previous computer experience-preferred

Why 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, SaintFrancis Medical Partners, supports more than 40 outreach clinics and 70% of the area's primary care providers.

A Mission That Matters

AtSaintFrancis, you're not just doing a job - you're part of a Catholic healing ministry rooted in compassion, dignity, and service. Every action was inspired by a commitment to honor human life and care for every person who walks through thedoors.

Mission

Toprovideaministryofhealing,wellness,quality,andloveinspiredbyourfaithinJesusChrist.

Vision

TobealeadingCatholichealthcaresystemthatcelebratesandprotectsthegiftoflifebyprovidingexceptionalpatientoutcomesinquality, safety,accessandvalue.

Values You Can Feel Every Day

• Integrity: Doingwhat’srightevenwhennooneiswatching
• Stewardship: Managing resources wisely for the future
• Faith: Believing in a purpose greater than ourselves
• Hope: Lifting up those who feel discouraged
• Joy: Serving others with a grateful, happy heart
• Compassion: Seeing others through Christ's eyes
• Excellence: Always striving to be the best
• Dignity: Respecting human life from beginning to end

If 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 Rewards

Our 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 date
• Saint Francis Medical Services Discount
• Earned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history. ETO combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days into one balance to allow for flexibility
• Retirement benefits including SFHS immediate matching
• Education Assistance benefits up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduation
• Other benefits including: Benefit Support through Health Advocate, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Earned Wage Access

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