Patient Care Assistant (CNA) Acute Care

Description

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Patient Care Assistant!

Employment Type

Both Full Time and Part Time openings available
Full Time 0.9 FTE (36 hours per week)
Part Time 0.6 FTE (24 hours per week)

Shift

12 Hour Shifts; Day Shift 6:45am - 7:15pm.
Night Shift 6:45pm - 7:15am
Every 3rd Weekend and Holiday

General Requirements

• Supports the team in identifying patient needs and implementing the outcome/goal-based plan of care.
• Affords assistance to the patient care team in the delivery of care.
• Communicates relevant clinical information to others to optimize patient outcomes/goals.
• Performs unit-based functions as assigned.

Education Requirements

• Verification of successful completion of one of the following:
• Nurse Aide I Course
• Nursing Fundamentals Course
• Nurse Aid Competency Test
• Successful completion of the Trinity Nursing Assistant Program (TNAP)
• Nurse Aide II - Advanced Course is preferred and may be provided post-hire.

Other Requirements

• Requires the ability to read, write and understand the English language, and communicate effectively with patients, visitors, staff and physicians while performing their job duties.

Benefits

• Wellness programs
• Education reimbursement
• Personalized health insurance plans including dental and vision
• Paid time off
• Long- and short-term leave
• Retailment planning
• Life insurance coverage

Position Highlights

• All benefits begin day 1 with no waiting period!

Ministry/Facility Information

MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley. With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24-hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments:

• MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center
• MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation
• MercyOne Oelwein Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation

Our Commitment

• Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings.
• By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.