CNA Surgical Services

About the Role

At MercyOne, the Nurse Assistant (NA) is a member of the healthcare team under the direct supervision of a registered professional nurse. NAs provide holistic, compassionate, individualized, and effective patient care by assisting patients with activities of daily living, as well as addressing other physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. This role aligns with the Mission of MercyOne, evidence-based standards of care, and established policies and procedures.

Schedule

• Part time, 0.5 FTE (20 hours per week)
• Day shift hours, generally scheduled between 6:00am and 6:30pm
• Weekend and holiday rotation required

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age (child labor laws apply to minors under 18; some areas may require 18 years of age)
• Must meet one of the following:
  • Active on the Iowa registry (required for long-term care nurse assistants in Iowa; Illinois or Wisconsin require their respective state’s registry)
  • Proof of completion of a 75-hour CNA course
  • Proof of EMT Certification
  • 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 required within 6 months of hire and every 3 years thereafter
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) required within 30 days of hire and every 2 years thereafter

Benefits

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunities for growth throughout the system.

About the Facility

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
• The newly constructed MercyOne Dubuque Cancer Center
• A trauma center and CARF-accredited inpatient rehabilitation unit
• Home health care, orthopedics, retail pharmacies, palliative care, and a wide range of outpatient and community services
• Two hospital-based skilled nursing units and a 40-bed nursing home

MercyOne Dubuque has been designated a Magnet® hospital four consecutive times, the nation's most prestigious award for nursing excellence.