Nurse Assistant/ Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) - Progressive Care Unit

Saint Francis Healthcare System Cape Girardeau, MO, US

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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 of the Nurse Assistant is to provide basic patient cares such as bathing and hygiene, elimination and toileting, nutrition feeding and hydration, and ambulation and positioning. The Nurse Assistant supports patient safety and patient satisfaction by performing regular patient rounds on the nursing unit and effectively communicating with all team members. The Nurse Assistant demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient.

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 when three courageous Franciscan Sisters answered a call to care for those in need. What started as a 12‑bed hospital has grown into the region’s leading healthcare system—recognized nationally for exceptional quality, safety, and patient experience.

Today, Saint Francis serves more than 715,000 people across five states. With a 306‑bed Medical Center, nearly 3,000 team members, and over 300 providers, Saint Francis is not only the largest healthcare system between St. Louis and Memphis—it’s a powerful economic anchor for the communities it serves.

You’ll find more than 50 specialties, the region’s only Level III Emergency and Trauma Center, and southeast Missouri’s first Level III NICU. The system’s employed physician group, Saint Francis Medical Partners, supports more than 40 outreach clinics and 70% of the area’s primary care providers.

A Mission That Matters

At Saint Francis, you’re not just doing a job - you’re part of a Catholic healing ministry rooted in compassion, dignity, and service. Every action is inspired by a commitment to honor human life and care for every person who walks through the doors.

Mission

To provide a ministry of healing, wellness, quality, and love inspired by our faith in Jesus Christ.

Vision

To be a leading Catholic healthcare system that celebrates and protects the gift of life by providing exceptional patient outcomes in quality, safety, access and value.

Values You Can Feel Every Day

Integrity: Doing what’s right, even when no one is watching
Stewardship: Managing resources wisely for the future
Faith: Believing in a purpose greater than ourselves
Hope: Lifting up those who feel discouraged
Joy: Serving others with a grateful, happy heart
Compassion: Seeing others through Christ's eyes
Excellence: Always striving to be the best
Dignity: Respecting human life from beginning to end

If You’re Looking to Make a True Impact…

Saint Francis offers a workplace where your work has purpose, your team feels like family, and your contributions support a mission that has been changing lives for more than 150 years.

Total Rewards

Our most important asset is our colleagues. That's why Saint Francis Healthcare System offers a comprehensive benefits program to meet all your needs. Colleagues working at least 24 hours per week will have access to our Total Rewards package as outlined below.

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

To learn more about our Total Rewards package and eligibility, visit www.sfmc.net/careers/benefits/.

Saint Francis Healthcare System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Saint Francis Healthcare System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (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.

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