Certified Nurse Assistant, Nurse Assistant, or Trainee - Neuro 800 West Tower - Night Shift

Description:Provide basic patient care under direction of nursing staff. Perform duties such as take vitals, bathe, dress, move patients, change linens and other duties as assigned. Obtains information on patient condition as requested by the nursing staff, and reports any changes in patient condition.About Us CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence: Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times. Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces in Health Care by . Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces by in 2024. Recognized as the Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024. Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024. Acknowledged by as one of the Best Employers for New Grads in 2023. Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri. Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare in 2025. Benefits Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more! For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Overview of Unit/Department CoxHealth is proud to be a Level I Stroke and Trauma Center, and our 800 Neuro-Ortho unit plays a vital role in delivering exceptional care to these patients. As a 26-bed unit, we specialize in treating a wide range of complex conditions, including stroke, trauma, and neurosurgical cases. Our patient population is diverse, ranging in age from 18 to 102, offeringa broad spectrum of clinical experiences. The 800 unit is a fast-paced, dynamic environment where each day presents new challenges and rewarding opportunities. Our team is known for its unwavering dedication, resilience, and commitment to excellence. What truly sets us apart is our strong culture of teamwork and support—every staff member is valued, and no one faces the day alone. Compassion, collaboration, and pride in our work define who we are and guide everything we do. Join us and be a part of a team where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates Up to $6,000 Sign-On Bonus Up to 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus $3 shift differential Career Ladder up to #1 Nurse Assistant Training Program Job Summary Functions within a classroom and clinical learning environment to obtain training as unlicensed assistive personnel. While in the clinical learning environment, will provide basic patient care under direction and supervision of clinical educator and nursing staff. During clinical rotation, may perform duties such as taking vitals, bathing, dressing, moving patients, changing linens and other duties within their scope of practice as directed. While in clinical setting, obtains information on patient condition as requested by the nursing staff or clinical educator and reports any changes in patient condition. At the end of the training, a competency assessment will be administered to validate learning. Job Requirements Education Preferred: High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience Preferred: Prior patient care or health care related experience Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Exhibits valuable time management skills Strong analytical/problem solving skills. Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment. Is available for work on a consistent and timely basis Conscientious, thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks Licensure/Certification/Registration BLS must be obtained within 90 days Certified Nurse Assistant/Nurse Assistant Job Summary Provide basic patient care under direction of nursing staff. Perform duties such as take vitals, bathe, dress, move patients, change linens and other duties as assigned. Obtains information on patient condition as requested by the nursing staff, and reports any changes in patient condition. Job Requirements Education Preferred: High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience Required: 3 months experience as a nursing assistant in an inpatient or long-term care setting, EMT, or Surgical Technologist in the past 3 years OR Completed an Unlicensed Assistive Personnel Program within the past 3 years OR Completed the “fundamentals of nursing” course with clinical in an accredited nursing program or practical nursing education program OR Must have Missouri CNA License OR Must have MO CNA Appendix AND MO CNA license must be obtained within 120 days of hire Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Exhibits valuable time management skills Strong analytical/problem solving skills. Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment. Licensure/Certification/Registration BLS must be obtained within 90 days