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JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision and direction of the staff nurse, assists patients with activities of daily living, provides patients with basic nursing care. Assists in maintaining a safe, clean environment in accordance with established methods and procedures of MercyOne Newton Medical Center.

• Participates as an active member of health care team.

• Provides/assists with personal care and activities of daily living.

• Assists with admission, discharge and transfer of patients to and from the unit.

• Measures and records heights, weights, intakes and outputs, and appetites as directed.

• Obtains vitals and blood glucose readings as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to read, write, and follow written and oral instruction in English.

• Ability to comprehend basic medical terminology and perform basic math skills.

• Ability to operate a computer efficiently.

• Maintains BCLS certification at health care provider level and Mandatory Reporting.

• Listed with the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals Direct Care Worker Registry with eligible ID number.

• Minimal age of 16 years.

EDUCATION:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

• Completion of 75-hour certified nurse aide course required.

• Completion of 150-hour advanced certified nurse aide course preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Prior experience as PCT or CNA is helpful.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran