Now Hiring Part-Time Weekends and 2nd shift CNA

Inspired by the teachings of Jesus Christ, the mission of Cardinal Ritter Senior Services is to be a recognized provider in giving person centered care through an integrated continuum of quality residential, healthcare, and supportive social services for senior adults throughout the Archdiocese of Saint Louis.

Cardinal Ritter Senior Services, a ministry of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Saint Louis, is seeking a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) to provide nursing care to residents within CRSS Skilled Nursing Facilities. The CNA supports residents who require 24-hour supervision due to physical, functional, or social impairments, assisting with activities of daily living, housekeeping, and general care needs. This position is available as part-time, evenings, and every other weekend. The ideal candidate is passionate about supporting our residents in a mission-driven senior services environment.
Administers nursing care to residents based on the plan of care and under the direct supervision of charge personnel.

• Reports to Charge nurse at the beginning of the shift for assignment and report.
• Performs and assists residents with personal activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing (in appropriate clothing), toileting, nail care (except for diabetics), hair care, skin care, oral care, periodontal care, shaving, and communication.
• Assists resident to meals and monitors food and fluid intake.
• Performs only those functions that are permitted within the role of a CNA.
• Conducts frequent Hall Rounds to ensure that all Residents Care Needs are being met. This includes monitoring and managing Resident Call Lights Response Times.
• Reports immediately to the DON and Administrator if there is Abuse & Neglect of a Resident.
• Performs proper transfer techniques using a gait belt or mechanical device. Operates equipment in the correct manner.,Organizes work to utilize time properly by identifying priorities, planning, and working with co-workers, while completing work in an efficient manner and maintaining the resident at the highest level of functioning for as long as possible.
• Maintains good housekeeping standards in residents' rooms and work areas.
• Ensures resident safety by making routine rounds and ensuring that at least one CNA is on the hall at all times. CNA should sign out when leaving division for break or meals.
• Report to charge personnel anything out of the ordinary immediately, i.e., Helps to meet the emotional needs of the resident, e.g., talking and listening to residents.
• Promote activities/exercise for residents by walking, getting residents involved in activities, etc.
• Be familiar with the emergency procedures of the facility, including fire and evacuation, tornado/storm, and search for missing resident.
• Responsible for the whereabouts of assigned residents throughout the shift; Follows the nursing policies and procedures and the philosophy of care of Cardinal Ritter Senior Services. Must have completed the State of Missouri Certified Nurse Assistant training program and be in good standing in the State of Missouri.

Proper use of PPE and hand hygiene
Record and observe vital signs Infection control
Must be genuinely interested in working with the Senior Adults.
Must possess personal qualities that demonstrate the ability to care for others, i.e., Must have initiative and use good judgement in recognizing symptoms indicative of a resident's change in condition.
Must be neat and clean in personal appearance and grooming.

Responsible for the care, safety, well-being of approximately 80 residents.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or disability.

The screenings will include criminal background check and other background checks (as needed), Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, and Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination. To bring the healing, help, and hope of Jesus Christ to those in need with a compassionate, caring presence.
Promoting the dignity of human life within a variety of high-quality, specialized communities while providing older adults the programs and community-based services to fully live their best lives.
As a part of the Catholic Charities family, you'll have the resources to care for those closest to you. Options include generous parental leave policies, flexible working arrangements, group life insurance, permanent health insurance, and dedicated support to help you find the right child care or elder care.