Patient Care Assistant - CNA
About The Position
The Patient Care Assistant works in the Medical Specialty Unit at Prime Healthcare Saint Joseph Medical Center in Joliet, Illinois. Under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit, the assistant helps patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care, and helps maintain a safe environment. This is a part-time night position scheduled from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., with weekend and holiday rotation. The listed compensation range is $18.00 to $26.68; the exact starting compensation depends on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, credentials, and licensure.
Requirements
- State-approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is required.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current BLS (AHA) certification within 30 days of hire and maintained as current.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
Nice To Haves
- Current phlebotomy certification upon hire.
- Current EKG certification upon hire.
- At least six months of previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living.
- Provide basic nursing care to patients.
- Assist in maintaining a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401K retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Continuing education opportunities
- Specialized training through the PrimE-Academy professional development platform
- Voluntary benefit options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
