Patient Care Assistant (CNA) - Stepdown Unit

Prime Healthcare2 days ago
Chicago, IL, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

About the position

The Patient Care Assistant assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to all patients and assists in maintenance of a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.

Responsibilities

  • assists patients with activities of daily living
  • provides basic nursing care to all patients
  • assists in maintenance of a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Illinois approved Certification required.
  • Current BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
  • Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.
  • Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.

Nice-to-haves

  • Current Phlebotomy certification upon hire, preferred.
  • Current EKG certification upon hire, preferred.

Benefits

  • paid time off
  • a 401K retirement plan
  • medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • tuition reimbursement
  • many more voluntary benefit options

Required Skills

Basic Nursing Care
Patient Care
Medical Terminology
Activities of Daily Living
BLS Certified