PACU Nurse Assistant - Post-Anesthesia Care

St. Francis Medical Center; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

ETO/PTO

Job summary

Saint Francis Healthcare System is seeking a Nurse Assistant to provide direct and indirect patient care under licensed personnel. Duties include bathing, hygiene, toileting, feeding and hydration, and ambulation. The role emphasizes patient safety and communication during rounds and teamwork across the nursing unit.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED and completion of a UAP curriculum or nursing assistant experience. BLS certification is required or preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a UAP curriculum or nursing assistant experience within past 3 years.
• BLS Certification required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care as delegated by licensed staff.
• Assist with bathing, hygiene, toileting, feeding and hydration, and ambulation.
• Support patient safety and satisfaction through regular rounds and clear communication.
• Deliver care appropriate to the patient’s age and needs.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

UAP curriculum / Nursing experience

Job description

Saint Francis Healthcare System is seeking a Nurse Assistant to provide direct and indirect patient care under licensed personnel. Duties include bathing, hygiene, toileting, feeding and hydration, and ambulation. The role emphasizes patient safety and communication during rounds and teamwork across the nursing unit.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED and completion of a UAP curriculum or nursing assistant experience. BLS certification is required or preferred.