Surg (Hoopeston)

Carle Health•Hoopeston, IL

7d•$18 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Healthcare Tech/CNA (HCT) works under the direction of a Registered Nurse and supports licensed nursing staff by providing personal care and hygiene assistance to an assigned patient group. The role facilitates communication among departments, visitors, patients, medical staff, and employees, and serves as a public relations liaison for the unit. The position works under the direct supervision of the nursing manager. The schedule requires at least 12 hours of work per six-week schedule. Team members may work days, nights, or both. The compensation range is $17.89 to $28.98 per hour; actual compensation depends on factors including experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked, and compensation model. Carle Health states that it offers a comprehensive benefits package, with details available on its benefits website.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days.
At least one qualifying background: successful completion of Carle’s HCT In Training Program; relevant medical military training; completion of CNA coursework within the past 24 months; Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA); at least one semester of nursing clinical experience; or work as a CNA within the past 24 months.

Responsibilities

Maintain unit supplies and support smooth unit operations, including stocking nurse servers, cleaning instruments and equipment, ordering supplies, and preparing charts.
Collect data on assigned patients as directed by a Registered Nurse and ensure accurate documentation.
Demonstrate competency in selected psychomotor skills, including measuring vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, and measuring and recording intake and output.
Perform or assist patients with activities of daily living.
Prepare patients for transportation and/or transport them.
Perform routine direct patient care duties to assist medical and nursing staff with patient examination and treatment.
Maintain a patient care environment that protects patients’ privacy and safety.
Adhere to and enforce Carle administrative and departmental policies and procedures.
Offer a variety of leisure activities to patients.
Participate on committees.
Facilitate communication with departments, visitors, patients, medical staff, and employees, and serve as a public relations liaison for the unit.