Nurse Aide

In1958, the citizensof Muenster, not satisfied with available medical services, set out to build a new hospital. J.M. Weinzapfel donated the land and spearheaded the efforts to make the hospital a reality. In1960, the Benedictine Order of Sisters promised Muenster residents that they would provide nurses to operate the hospital. Sister Mildred Felderhoff leads theway as the first hospital administrator.

"The mission of Muenster Hospital District is to promote health and wellness to our community through providing quality and personalized care in a trusted. Hometown atmosphere."

"Transforming the health and wellness of the rural communities we serve."

Integrity - Promoting the highest level of integrity to ensure public trust and patient confidence.

Compassion - Treating all people with the highest regard, respect, and dignity.

Public Service - Providing the highest level of professional services to the community.

Efficiency - Continually providing efficient use of time and resources at all levels.

Support - Creating an atmosphere of trust, support, and open communication.

Assists patients with activities of daily living, provides delegated care from licensed nursing personnel to patients, and assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment. Participates in the department’s performance improvement activities. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

• Education:
  
  High School graduate or equivalent preferred;
  Certified Nurse’s Aide certification preferred;
  Current BLS required (will provided if needed);
  One year experience in direct patient care preferred.
• Knowledge, Skill, and Ability:
  General knowledge of electronic equipment, computer hardware, and software; knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Possesses skills of active listening, critical thinking, oral comprehension, and time management.

Exerting 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently. May involve exerting in excess of 100 lbs. of force in some situations. Up to 20 lbs. of force to constantly move objects.

• Attendance:
  Reports for work regularly with a minimum number of absences and tardiness. Gives notice and submits justifications when absence or tardiness is unavoidable. Receives authorization when time off is needed. Observes appropriate lunch and break schedules.
• Productivity and Use of Time:
  Manages own time and uses appropriate work methods, techniques, and equipment to achieve the most effective and efficient result in the time available. Is mutually respectful of time and schedule of others. Balances multiple priorities and focuses on desired outcome(s).
• Teamwork and
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Projects a positive work attitude; relates effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and others; uses tact and diplomacy/acts professionally at all times.
• Customer Service:
  Treats patients, visitors and fellow employees with compassion, dignity and respect.
• Quality and Accountability:
  Produces work that is complete, neat, accurate, and timely. Demonstrates self-responsibility and accountability.
• Adaptability, Initiative and Problem-Solving:
  Adapts to organizational changes (e.g., technology, resources, and personnel). Takes initiative in identifying any problems and takes appropriate steps to resolve them.
• Dress Code:
  Presents neat and clean appearance; adheres to the appropriate departmental dress code policy; wears I.D. badge with name visible (on upper body) for easy identification.
• Communications:
  Makes sure tone and word selection match the…