CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA)/PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT (PCA)

Blessing Health System • Quincy, IL

117d

About The Position

The Surgical unit has 41 private rooms and is located on the third floor. This unit cares for patients who are above 17 years of age who require medical/surgical nursing care. The primary population served is surgical to include but not limited to: Orthopedics, Bariatrics, Vascular, Neurology, General surgery. This unit also serves general medical patients with diagnoses including but not limited to: Sepsis, Respiratory diseases, Gastrointestinal diseases, Skin and wound conditions, Infections. Modified primary nursing is the care delivery model utilized and includes the following team members: Registered Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, Case Managers, Discharge Planners, Social Workers, Unit Secretary. The team is also supported by a unit-based Pharmacist, Respiratory Therapist, Physical Therapist, and an Unit-based Educator. This position is responsible for providing assistance with patient care activities and non-nursing tasks under the direct supervision of the RN and in cooperation with other nursing staff. This position requires providing services to one or more age populations, including infant through geriatric, in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served. This position requires full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Blessing Hospital. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values while supporting the strategic plan, goals and direction of the Performance Improvement Process and Patient Safety Plan at Blessing Hospital.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent; or, be at least 16 years of age with an active C.N.A. certification.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Must be one of the following: C.N.A. PCA, SNA or PCT.
• C.N.A. - Must have completed one of the following: Patient Care Experience, Completed a C.N.A. Program, Completed at least sophomore year of a nursing program.
• Certified Nursing Assistant certification in good standing on the state Nurse Aide Registry.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance with patient care activities and non-nursing tasks under the direct supervision of the RN.
• Cooperate with other nursing staff in delivering patient care.
• Serve patients across various age populations, demonstrating understanding of their functional/developmental age.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits
• 403b + matching
• Up to 4 weeks paid time off in first year
• Onsite childcare - Quincy location
• 24/7 Wellness Center access
• Educational assistance opportunities
• Sign on bonus up to $X,XXX

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees