CNA, Med/Surg (PRN)

CGH Medical Center

40d•$18 - $27

About The Position

Provides basic nursing care to patients under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. The role supports patients’ hygiene, comfort, and activities of daily living while helping maintain a safe environment and effective working relationships across the nursing unit. The position is PRN, with a stated shift of 7 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. and every third weekend.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current CNA certification and active status as a CNA on the Illinois Health Care Worker Registry.
BLS certification within 30 days of hire and maintained throughout employment at CGH.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities

Provide patient hygiene, including bedpans, urinals, baths, backrubs, shampoos, shaves, and assistance with showers.
Perform and support activities of daily living under the direction of a supervising RN or LPN.
Provide for patients’ comfort needs.
Promptly answer patient call lights and requests.
Maintain appropriate communication and good working relationships with nursing unit personnel and other hospital employees.
Maintain a safe and attractive environment for patients and coworkers; transport patients and equipment as appropriate.
Maintain a neat and attractive appearance and perform duties competently and compassionately to instill patient confidence.
Perform additional specialized tasks pertinent to the assigned area when appropriately trained and given written approval.
Accept reassignment as needed to provide necessary care for patients.
Demonstrate proper sterile or aseptic technique when assisting in applicable departments.
Support an environment conducive to professional practice by functioning as a role model and resource person.