Job Overview

Starting wage $16.50/hr and effective 1/2/2022 benefits begin on day 1 of employment! 

Evening Shift Diff $2.25/hr / Night Diff $4.00/hr

The Nursing Assistant is a member of the Mercy Medical Center healthcare team and is under the direct supervision of a registered professional nurse providing holistic, compassionate, individualized, and effective patient care by assisting the patient with activities of daily living, as well as, other physical, emotional, and spiritual needs consistent with the Mission of Mercy, Vision of Patient Care Services, evidence-based standards of care, and established policies and procedures.

Must be 18 years of age. Certification in a 75-hour CNA certification program required. High school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred for positions requiring certified nursing assistants. In Behavior Health, certification and/or experience in the behavior health field is preferred.  In the Cardiac Medical Unit or in the Intensive Care Unit, arrhythmia monitoring training is preferred. All Certified Nursing Assistants are encouraged to belong to the National Nursing Aide Registry. In certain areas, participation in the registry is required and the CNA must complete 12 hours of in-service per calendar year. Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training is required within 6 months of hire and every 3 years thereafter. Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) will be required within 30 days of hire and every 2 years thereafter.