Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Ambulatory Surgery Center
About The Position
Fox Valley Orthopedics is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant for its Ambulatory Surgery Center in Geneva, Illinois. The role provides administrative and clinical assistance, including patient preparation and pre-screening, equipment preparation, and patient care. This is a full-time position at 40 hours per week, with a pay range of $19–$22 per hour based on experience. The CNA verifies patient identity, prepares patients for surgery, performs preliminary tests and records information in the EHR, assists in post-operative care, and helps maintain supplies and equipment. The position interacts with patients, physicians, staff, and leadership and has no supervisory responsibilities. Candidates must pass a background check and pre-employment TB and drug testing; any offer is contingent on successful completion of these screenings and obtaining active licensures required for the job.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- BLS certification.
- At least two years of Patient Care Technician (PCT) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) experience in a healthcare setting.
- Ability to interact with patients, physicians, and coworkers.
- Ability to read and write in English.
- Basic PC skills.
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong time-management and organizational skills.
- Ability to work under dynamic schedule constraints and consistently meet deliverable timelines.
- Must pass a background check and pre-employment TB and drug testing.
- Must obtain active licensures required for the job.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual ability.
Responsibilities
- Verify patient information using the patient's name and birthdate.
- Greet patients, bring them to pre-op, and guide them in changing into a gown.
- Prepare patients for surgery by performing preliminary physical tests, including measuring blood pressure, weight, and temperature; obtaining specimens, blood sugars, and PT/INR; and accurately recording results in the EHR.
- Bring equipment to post-op labeled with patient identifiers and report significant information to the RN.
- Assist with emergency situations when needed.
- Monitor the PACU throughout the day for needed assistance; provide nutritional snacks and restock them as needed; remove IVs when instructed; assist patients with dressing; and escort patients to their vehicles.
- Maintain adequate supplies in pre-op and post-op bays and put away supplies from receiving.
- Maintain accurate and complete patient records.
- Perform quality-control checks on equipment.
- Record temperature control of blanket warmers and the supply room, ensure equipment is in good working order, and work effectively and efficiently.
- Implement safe practices and evaluate the environment of care, including fire prevention, infection prevention, and emergency preparedness.
- Attend departmental meetings as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
