Certified Nursing Assistant

Adelphi is seeking Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to provide direct patient care and support services at a facility in Callaway County, Missouri. The ideal candidates will support basic nursing care, patient safety, documentation, mobility, and daily care activities.

JOB QUICK FACTS

• Ref #: BD-892-09

• Profession: Nursing

• Specialty: Certified Nursing Assistant

• Location: Callaway County, Missouri

• Facility Type: State hospital / behavioral health setting

• Job Type: Temporary Contract

• Openings: Multiple

• Schedule: Four 12-hour shifts per week

• Shift: Days: 6:45 AM – 7:15 PM or Nights: 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM

• Coverage: May include weekends and holidays

• Start Date: August 1, 2026, or until filled

• Contract Duration: Up to 12 months

• Compensation: $20 -$25

REQUIREMENTS

• Active Missouri CNA certification

• Experience providing basic nursing care and patient support

• Ability to assist with vital signs, hygiene, ambulation, transfers, and patient escort duties

• Ability to document patient location, status, and activities accurately

• Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices

• Ability to identify safety hazards and respond to emergency situations

• Strong communication skills and ability to report changes in patient condition

• Ability to complete five consecutive weeks of New Employee Orientation with no absences

• Must meet credentialing, background check, and ID badge requirements

• Compliance with all facility and state agency policies and procedures

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide basic nursing care, including vital signs, hygiene, ambulation, and transfers.

• Document patient location, status, activities, and changes in condition.

• Escort patients within the facility and occasionally outside the hospital as needed.

• Assist in keeping patient common areas clean and safe.

• Support patient and staff safety by identifying hazards and emergency situations.

• Initiate corrective action as appropriate.

• Communicate changes in patient condition to support continuity of care.

• Follow infection prevention and control policies and procedures.

• Demonstrate procedural competency for assigned tasks.

• Attend required orientation and training before beginning services.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.