Nursing Assistant - Renal Medical Unit Night Shift Full Time

American Addiction Centers • Libertyville, IL

3d • $21 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – GIP Hospice Unit supports the delivery of compassionate, patient-centered care to terminally ill patients under the direction of a Hospice Nurse or Clinical Supervisor. Advocate Condell Medical Center is a full-service acute care hospital in Libertyville, IL, providing comprehensive care to patients across the north suburbs of Chicago. As part of Advocate Health, we are committed to delivering exceptional patient experiences and high-quality outcomes.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) designation
• CPR certification
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate, ethical patient care aligned with Advocate Health values (Compassion, Excellence, Equity, Partnership, Stewardship)

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a CNA program
• Prior experience working with hospice or diverse patient populations
• Basic computer/keyboard skills

Responsibilities

• Set up patient rooms and orient patients and families to the environment and equipment
• Obtain and document vital signs including height and weight
• Ensure all personal belongings are accounted for during transitions
• Support hospice philosophy including post-mortem care
• Provide personal care including bathing, oral care, grooming, and skin care
• Assist with mobility, ambulation, positioning, and transfers
• Support toileting needs and apply skin protection measures
• Respond promptly to call lights and patient requests
• Assist with catheters, tubes, specimen collection, and bedside procedures
• Perform oral suctioning as delegated
• Assist with patient nutrition needs
• Document patient care in accordance with hospice and regulatory standards
• Communicate patient needs and status to the care team
• Support patient and family education
• Act as a patient/family advocate
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality (HIPAA compliance)
• Maintain a safe patient environment and follow infection control protocols
• Respond to emergency situations appropriately
• Maintain equipment and cleanliness of patient care areas
• Participate in training, quality improvement, and competency development
• Provide 1:1 observation for high-risk patients when assigned
• Promote patient and family satisfaction
• Report safety events and near misses promptly
• Adhere to all patient safety standards and procedures
• Promote a culture of safety and teamwork
• Escalate concerns to prevent patient harm

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• adoption assistance
• paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED