Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Medical Surgical Unit, PRN, NightsÂ
Beacon Health System is hiring a PRN night shift Certified Nurse Assistant in the Medical Surgical Unit at Dowagiac Hospital in Dowagiac, MI.Be a Beacon. Make a Difference.At Beacon Health System, you’re not just part of a team, you’re part of something bigger. Every patient interaction is a chance to lead with compassion, build trust, and create lasting impact. Here, your expertise supports healing, and your heart connects us to the communities we serve.Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance through Cigna Life Insurance 403(b) Matching Retirement Fund Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) Shift Differentials Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition and Certification Reimbursement Clinical Ladder Program Local and National Discounts Beacon Academy Educational Courses Gym Membership Discount About Dowagiac HospitalBeacon Dowagiac is a 25-staffed bed hospital delivering specialty care and 24/7 emergency care, plus a Level IV Trauma Center. Our hospital is a destination for specialty care such as heart, cancer, stroke care and women’s health. Swing Therapy beds for skilled nursing and rehabilitation are also available.What You’ll DoAs a Certified Nurse Assistant, under nurse supervision, you’ll assist patients performing daily tasks. You will keep the nurse up to date on patient’s vital information and assist with maintenance as needed.Certified Nurse Assistant Job ResponsibilitiesAssist with procedures ordered by physician and supervised by a Registered Nurse (RN). Accommodate patients with tending to personal care, activities of daily living and transfers/transport. Report findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff. Assist with keeping patient rooms clean and orderly. What You BringYou bring familiarity with basic hospital equipment and policies and procedures. You have the ability to perform blood pressure and other vital signs correctly. You bring knowledge of and correct utilization of good body mechanics.Required QualificationsHigh School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable. BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Nurse Aide credentialed from the Michigan Nurse Aide Registry obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Any issuing authority accepted. The Beacon WayAt Beacon Health System, our approach to care goes beyond clinical excellence because it’s built on meaningful connections. Guided by our core values of Trust, Respect, Integrity, and Compassion, we strive to create an environment where patients feel heard, employees feel valued, and innovation thrives.We call this commitment The Beacon Way—a six-point operating system that empowers every team member to lead with purpose, communicate clearly, cultivate talent, embrace performance improvement, leverage innovation, and build greatness through accountability. Whether at the bedside or behind the scenes, everyone at Beacon plays a role in moving health forward.