Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Orthopedic/Trauma Unit Night Shift

Advocate Health • Libertyville, IL

6d • $21 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides daily patient care on the Orthopedic/Trauma Unit under the direction and supervision of registered nurses. The role includes assisting with hygiene, nutrition, mobility, positioning, and skin care; collecting and documenting patient measurements and other data; rounding and communicating patient needs; and supporting admission, transfer, and discharge processes. The assistant also collects specimens, performs point-of-care testing as indicated, maintains supplies and equipment, and follows infection-prevention procedures. Additional duties may include IV removal, post-mortem care, and bladder scans, depending on site and unit requirements.

The position is part-time at 24 hours per week, with a night-shift schedule of 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., including rotating weekends and holidays. The listed pay range is $20.80–$31.20 per hour. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, Nurse Aide status in good standing on the applicable State Registry, and American Heart Association BLS certification within 45 days. Benefits eligibility is listed as yes; eligibility for individual programs may depend on employment status or FTE.

Requirements

• High school graduate, GED, or High School Equivalency Diploma.
• Nurse Aide in good standing on the State Registry where the team member practices.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association, to be obtained within 45 days.
• Basic computer skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above the shoulders during the work shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist and up to 20 pounds over the head; carry up to 40 pounds a reasonable distance; push or pull with 30 pounds of force; and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
• Functional vision and hearing.
• Ability to use foot pedals on carts or machines and operate equipment necessary to perform the job.
• Ability to work with exposure to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards, as well as blood and body fluids, and wear protective clothing as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist registered nurses with daily patient care, including bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, activity orders, ambulation, positioning, range of motion, and transfers.
• Measure and document blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, intake and output, daily weights, and other requested patient data in the electronic medical record.
• Perform purposeful rounding under RN direction, promptly communicate patient and family observations, concerns, and needs to the RN, and document appropriately.
• Support admissions, transfers, and discharges under RN supervision, including room setup, room orientation, linen removal, and management of patient belongings.
• Keep the patient call light within reach and respond promptly to call lights.
• Collect urine, stool, and sputum specimens and perform indicated point-of-care testing using approved procedures for specimen identification and labeling.
• Complete errands, including delivery or pickup of trays, charts, specimens, and reports; maintain and order nursing-area stock; and clean equipment and work areas.
• Perform patient positioning and transportation tasks involving lifting and pushing or pulling, using proper technique and assistive devices.
• Support patients' nutritional needs under RN direction, including diet review, tray setup and removal, positioning, and diet selection.
• Help maintain skin integrity through repositioning and skin care, and provide and maintain supplies and appliances such as TED hose and sequential compression devices.
• As directed by an RN and required by the site or unit, remove IVs, provide post-mortem care, and perform bladder scans.
• Follow infection-prevention procedures, including hand hygiene, sterile and aseptic practices, proper disposal of contaminated materials, and appropriate attire for isolation care.
• Provide care appropriate to the age-specific needs of patients and follow departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintain annual education requirements for hospital-based certifications.

Benefits

• Paid time off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Competitive compensation, including applicable shift or on-call premium pay and incentive pay for select positions.
• Potential annual compensation increases based on performance.
• Career development programs.

What This Job Offers

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