CNA Medical/Surgical Acute
OSF HealthCare•Dixon, IL
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician/Certified Nursing Assistant provides safe basic care to patients, including taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, collecting specimens, and observing patients for physical and emotional changes. The role also involves recording pertinent information in patient charts and communicating with other members of the Patient Care Team to support continuity of care. The technician may provide constant patient supervision as needed. Duties may vary according to department expectations and needs.
Requirements
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
- American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS/CPR certification.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED.
- Six months of experience in a clinical healthcare environment.
- Six months of experience supporting patients’ physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs.
Responsibilities
- Take patients’ vital signs.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living.
- Collect specimens.
- Observe patients for physical and emotional changes.
- Record pertinent information in patient charts.
- Communicate with other Patient Care Team members to ensure continuity of care.
- Provide constant supervision to patients as needed.
Benefits
- Comprehensive total rewards package including benefits, compensation, recognition, and well-being offerings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
