Nursing Assistant

OSF HealthCare • Bloomington, IL

2d

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant provides safe basic care as part of a care team that includes RNs, LPNs, and PCTs. Care includes taking vital signs; helping patients with activities of daily living; collecting specimens; observing patients for physical and emotional changes; repositioning and feeding patients; and other supportive care. The Nursing Assistant records pertinent information in patient charts and communicates with other Patient Care Team members to support continuity of care. The role may include constant patient supervision as needed. Duties may vary based on department expectations and the supportive services required for the assigned patient group, across all age groups, to contribute to patient comfort and well-being.

This is an hourly position with expected pay of $17.00–$18.89 per hour. Actual pay is determined by experience, skills, and internal equity.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• At least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe basic care as part of a care team that includes RNs, LPNs, and PCTs.
• Take patients’ vital signs.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Collect specimens.
• Observe patients for physical and emotional changes.
• Reposition and feed patients.
• Record pertinent information in patient charts.
• Communicate with Patient Care Team members to ensure continuity of care.
• Provide constant supervision to patients as needed.
• Perform duties that vary according to department expectations and the supportive services needed for the assigned patient group.

Benefits

• OSF HealthCare describes a comprehensive, market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition, and well-being offerings.

What This Job Offers

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