CNA MED Surg

Description & Requirements

e’s Health System, our Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) play a critical role in delivering compassionate, high-quality care while supporting a collaborative, patient-centered hospital environment. In this role, you will often be the first person patients and families interact with, setting the tone for a welcoming, respectful, and supportive care experience. This position primarily supports the Medical-Surgical unit in Wood River and also provides flexible coverage across other inpatient and procedural areas, including Mother Baby and the Emergency Department (ED).

The role blends direct patient care with unit coordination and administrative support, making it an excellent opportunity for highly motivated CNAs seeking to broaden their clinical exposure and professional skill set.

• Consistent day shift schedule: 3 12‑hour shifts a week, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
• Primary assignment to Med/Surg, with opportunities to support Mother Baby and ED
• Meaningful work supporting patients, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams
• A supportive, collaborative environment focused on safety, quality, and teamwork

• Provide compassionate, high-quality care to Medical‑Surgical patients
• Serve as a welcoming presence for patients and families, helping set expectations and provide direction
• Support patient care needs across Mother Baby and Emergency Department, as assigned
• Assist with activities of daily living, mobility, and patient comfort
• Answer unit phones and communicate effectively with staff and providers
• Support unit operations, including supply ordering and coordination
• Partner closely with nurses and care teams to support patient flow and staffing needs
• Promote patient safety, dignity, and a positive care experience at all times

• Current CNA certification (state requirements apply)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

e’s, caring for people in the communities we serve is our mission – and this includes our own SLHS team. We offer a robust benefits package to support our teams both professionally and personally. In addition to a competitive salary and retirement plans, we ensure our team feels supported in their benefits beyond the typical medical, dental, and vision offerings. We care about you and have fantastic financial and physical wellness options, such as: on‑site massages, on‑site counseling via our Employee Assistance Program, access to the Personify Health Wellness tool, as well as other formal training and career development offerings to ensure you are meeting your career goals.

St. Luke’s is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Please note:

this posting is not reflective of all job duties and responsibilities and is intended to provide an overview to job seekers.