Patient Care Assistant - Compassionate Rounds & Support

Montgomery College; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Healthcare System is seeking a Nurse Assistant to support direct and indirect patient care under licensed nursing personnel. Primary duties include bathing, hygiene, nutrition, elimination, and ambulation, with regular rounds to ensure safety and patient satisfaction.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and completion of a UAP curriculum, or equivalent experience, plus BLS certification. Join a faith-based healthcare system with a long-standing history of service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Successful completion of an unlicensed assistive personnel curriculum or documented equivalent experience.
• BLS Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct and indirect patient care tasks as delegated by licensed nursing personnel.
• Provide basic patient cares such as bathing, hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Conduct regular patient rounds to enhance safety and satisfaction and communicate with the care team.

Skills

Direct patient care

Nursing assistant duties

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Successful completion of UAP curriculum

BLS Certification

Job description

Saint Francis Healthcare System is seeking a Nurse Assistant to support direct and indirect patient care under licensed nursing personnel. Primary duties include bathing, hygiene, nutrition, elimination, and ambulation, with regular rounds to ensure safety and patient satisfaction.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and completion of a UAP curriculum, or equivalent experience, plus BLS certification. Join a faith-based healthcare system with a long-standing history of service.