Certified Nurse Assistant, Nurse Assistant, or Trainee - Surgical 200 E - Night Shift

Nurse Assistant

Provide basic patient care under the direction of nursing staff. Perform duties such as taking vitals, bathing, dressing, moving patients, changing linens, and other duties as assigned. Obtain information on patient condition as requested by the nursing staff, and report 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, five 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.
• Named one of America's Greatest Workplaces 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 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.

Job Description

• Provide basic patient care under the direction of nursing staff.
• Perform duties such as taking vitals, bathing, dressing, moving patients, changing linens, and other duties as assigned.
• Obtain information on patient condition as requested by the nursing staff and report any changes in patient condition.

Requirements

• Preferred: High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 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.
• 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.

Overview of Unit/Department

200 Medical-Surgical is a 30-bed unit that cares for patients admitted from the Emergency Department, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, Critical Care Units, and physician offices. The team serves a broad age range, from young adults to patients over 100, offering diverse and valuable clinical experiences.

The unit specializes in medical, surgical, and gynecologic/oncology care. Common procedures include hysterectomies, mastectomies, bowel resections, and various oncology surgeries. Chemotherapy is occasionally administered, and patients may require telemetry monitoring or oxygen support.

Team members on this unit gain exposure to a wide range of diagnoses, allowing them to build a strong, versatile skill set. The unit is known for its supportive, team-focused culture and offers professional development opportunities such as precepting and advancement through the clinical ladder.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, retirement plan with employer match, and many more!