Sisters of St Francis·Dubuque, Iowa
Provide compassionate hands-on personal care and mobility support to Sisters in accordance with nursing care plans. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, assisting with meal service, and maintaining a clean and safe environment.
Sisters of St. Francis –
Job Description: Caregiver (CNA / Resident Assistant) – PRN
Department: Nursing
Reports To: Director of Nursing
Status: PRN (As Needed), Non-Exempt
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 support to Sisters in accordance with nursing direction and established care plans.
Assist with personal care needs including bathing, grooming, dressing, positioning, toileting, and mobility.
Respond promptly to call lights in Clare and Francis buildings.
Assist the nurse on shift during health-related situations and emergencies.
Support meal service by delivering trays, assisting Sisters with eating, passing beverages and nourishment, and maintaining kitchenette cleanliness.
Take and accurately record vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respirations) and weight as directed.
Assist with safe physical transfers following established lifting guidelines.
Transport Sisters to activities, appointments, liturgy, retreat, and other chapel gatherings.
Participate in activity support and provide meaningful companionship between assigned duties.
Change bed linens and maintain clean, orderly Sister rooms and neighborhood areas.
Maintain equipment cleanliness through daily use and cleaning schedules.
Follow all infection control, confidentiality, and safety procedures in accordance with Mount St. Francis Center standards and state regulations.
Demonstrate familiarity with fire, tornado, and disaster procedures.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support the nursing team and community life.
What You’ll Bring
CNA certification or Nurse Aide experience preferred.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Completion of food service and food handling training.
Ability to work collaboratively under nursing supervision.
A respectful, patient, and compassionate presence with Sisters, staff, and guests.
Commitment to mission-driven service and maintaining the dignity of each person served.
Physical Requirements
Heavy physical exertion required.
Ability to stand and walk for most of the shift.
Frequent bending, stooping, lifting, and transferring 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 and pull up to 35 lbs.
Ability to read and use equipment such as thermometers and blood pressure cuffs.
First or second shift openings: 6:45 am-3:15 pm or 2:45-11:15 PM
CNA certification or Nurse Aide experience and a high school diploma or GED are preferred. Candidates must be able to perform heavy physical exertion, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
Market context
In Iowa, support-services roles often see steady demand because healthcare and home-based care settings rely on dependable staff for daily assistance and continuity. These positions can be competitive when employers need candidates with active Iowa CNA certification, homemaker-home health aide training, and reliable transportation. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your license, insurance, and background-check readiness before applying.
