Nurse Assistant (NA)/ Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) - Neurosciences

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 includes providing basic patient cares such as bathing and hygiene, elimination and toileting, nutrition feeding and hydration, and ambulation and positioning. The Nurse Assistant also supports patient safety and satisfaction by performing regular patient rounds and effective communication with all team members.

Job Details And Requirements

• Time Type: Full time (72 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

Additional Information

Why Work at Saint Francis? Saint Francis Healthcare System began in 1875 and is now the region’s leading healthcare system recognized nationally for exceptional quality, safety, and patient experience. The system serves more than 715,000 people across five states with a 306-bed Medical Center, nearly 3,000 team members, and over 300 providers. With a Level III Emergency and Trauma Center and southeast Missouri’s first Level III NICU, Saint Francis is a powerful economic anchor for the communities it serves.

At Saint Francis, we are committed to honoring human life and caring for every person who walks through the doors. We strive to provide exceptional patient outcomes in quality, safety, access and value.

Total Rewards

• 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: Benefit Support through Health Advocate, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Earned Wage Access

In compliance with the ADAAA, should you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with Saint Francis Healthcare System, please call 573-331-5152 or email us at careers@sfmc.net.