Sisters of St. Francis – Job Description
Caregiver (CNA / Resident Assistant) – PRN
Department: Nursing
Reports To: Director of Nursing
Status: PRN (As Needed), Non-Exempt
Revision Date: February 2026
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
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Provide compassionate, hands-on support to Sisters in accordance with nursing direction and established care plans.
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Assist with personal care needs including bathing, grooming, dressing, positioning, toileting, and mobility.
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Respond promptly to call lights in Clare and Francis buildings.
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Assist the nurse on shift during health-related situations and emergencies.
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Support meal service by delivering trays, assisting Sisters with eating, passing beverages and nourishment, and maintaining kitchenette cleanliness.
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Take and accurately record vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respirations) and weight as directed.
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Assist with safe physical transfers following established lifting guidelines.
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Transport Sisters to activities, appointments, liturgy, retreat, and other chapel gatherings.
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Participate in activity support and provide meaningful companionship between assigned duties.
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Change bed linens and maintain clean, orderly Sister rooms and neighborhood areas.
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Maintain equipment cleanliness through daily use and cleaning schedules.
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Follow all infection control, confidentiality, and safety procedures in accordance with Mount St. Francis Center standards and state regulations.
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Demonstrate familiarity with fire, tornado, and disaster procedures.
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Perform additional duties as assigned to support the nursing team and community life.
What You’ll Bring
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CNA certification or Nurse Aide experience preferred.
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High school diploma or GED preferred.
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Completion of food service and food handling training.
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Ability to work collaboratively under nursing supervision.
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A respectful, patient, and compassionate presence with Sisters, staff, and guests.
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Commitment to mission-driven service and maintaining the dignity of each person served.
Physical Requirements
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Heavy physical exertion required.
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Ability to stand and walk for most of the shift.
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Frequent bending, stooping, lifting, and transferring of Sisters.
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Floor-to-waist lifting up to 50 lbs.
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Waist-to-shoulder lifting up to 30 lbs.
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Bilateral carry up to 50 lbs.
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Push and pull up to 35 lbs.
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Ability to read and use equipment such as thermometers and blood pressure cuffs.
