Caregiver (CNA/Resident Assistant) - Full-time, Second Shift

Sisters of St Francis
Sisters of St Francis·Dubuque, Iowa·1 month ago
Full-timeOn-site

Job Description

Caregiver (CNA / Resident Assistant) Department: Nursing Reports To: Director of Nursing Our Mission and Values We are a community committed to welcoming all with kindness, fostering a peaceful environment, offering respectful service, and caring for the Earth. Each member of our staff supports this mission through their daily work, contributing to a culture of dignity, compassion, and care. ---------------------------------------- What You’ll Do * Provide compassionate, hands-on care to the Sisters, supporting their physical comfort, dignity, and participation in community life. * Assist the nurse on shift in responding to Sisters’ health-related needs and emergencies. * Respond promptly to call lights in Clare and Francis buildings. * Support Sisters with personal care including bathing, grooming, dressing, repositioning, and mobility. * Assist with meal service by delivering food and beverages, helping Sisters who require assistance with eating, and maintaining kitchenette cleanliness. * Change bed linens and clean beds according to the established cleaning schedule. * Assist with walking, exercise, and safe transportation of Sisters throughout the campus. * Support Sisters’ participation in activity programs. * Take and record vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respirations, and weight as directed by the nurse. * Assist with safe physical transfers following established lifting guidelines. * Pass beverages and nourishment between meals. * Assist Sisters in preparing for liturgy, retreat opportunities, and other chapel activities. * Provide companionship and meaningful interaction with Sisters between assigned duties. * Maintain clean, neat, and safe neighborhood areas and Sister rooms. * Maintain equipment cleanliness according to daily use and scheduled cleaning procedures. * Follow all infection control, safety, and confidentiality policies in accordance with Mount St. Francis Center standards and state regulations. * Demonstrate familiarity with fire, tornado, and disaster procedures. * Complete additional duties as assigned.  What You’ll Bring * CNA certification or Nurse Aide experience preferred. * High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required. * Completion of food service and food handling training. * Ability to work collaboratively with nursing staff in providing care. * Commitment to serving the Sisters with dignity, patience, and respect. * A helpful, courteous, and professional presence with residents, staff, and guests.  Physical Requirements * Ability to stand and walk for most of the shift. * Frequent bending, stooping, and lifting. * Ability to assist with routine lifting of Sisters. * Floor-to-waist lifting up to 50 lbs. * Waist-to-shoulder lifting up to 30 lbs. * Bilateral carry up to 50 lbs. * Push up to 35 lbs. * Pull up to 35 lbs. * Ability to read and use equipment such as thermometers and blood pressure cuffs. Full-Time: 2:45-11:15 PM 71.8 hours per pay period

Skills Required

CNA certificationPatient careVital signs monitoringPersonal care assistanceInfection controlSafety proceduresMobility assistanceMeal serviceDocumentationCompassionate careCommunicationTeamwork

About the Company

Sisters of St Francis

Sisters of St Francis