What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nursing Asssitant - Inpatient Services position at PALO ALTO COUNTY HEALTH SYSTEM?
At Palo Alto County Health System, we believe great care starts with great people — and our Certified Nursing Assistants play an essential role in delivering the compassionate, respectful, high-quality care our community counts on. As a CNA at PACHS, you’ll be part of a collaborative, patient-focused team where your work makes a meaningful difference every day.
In this role, you’ll assist patients with daily living needs, help monitor and report vital signs, respond promptly to call lights, support admissions and discharges, maintain accurate charts, restock supplies, and ensure the unit is clean, organized, and running smoothly. You’ll work closely with RNs and LPNs to provide hands-on care, communicate clearly with patients and families, and create a positive, reassuring experience for everyone who enters our facility.
To thrive in this role, you’ll bring strong communication and teamwork skills, the ability to stay organized in a fast-paced environment, and a genuine desire to care for patients with dignity and respect. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, an active Iowa CNA certification, current (or willing-to-obtain) BLS certification, and completion of Dependent/Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporting training within six months of hire. You should also be comfortable using basic computer software, willing to adapt as processes evolve, and physically able to assist with patient mobility, stand and walk frequently, and lift up to 50 lbs with support when needed.
About Palo Alto County Health System
Palo Alto County Health System is the healthcare hub of choice in Northwest Iowa, proudly serving residents across the region with high-quality, compassionate, and patient-centered care. Our team is driven by compassion, teamwork, respect, and a commitment to personalized service. With a broad range of services, skilled providers, and a welcoming, family-centered culture, PACHS offers both patients and employees an environment where people feel valued, supported, and genuinely cared for. We are dedicated to investing in our employees’ growth, well-being, and long-term success — because when our team thrives, our community thrives.