Patient Care Assistant - CNA

St. Mary's Hospital - Kankakee • Kankakee, IL

1d • $18 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Assistant works in the Telemetry Department at Saint Mary's Hospital in Kankakee, 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.

Requirements

• State-approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current BLS (AHA) certification is required within 30 days of hire and must be maintained.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Nice To Haves

• Current phlebotomy certification upon hire is preferred.
• Current EKG certification upon hire is preferred.
• At least six months of previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office is preferred.

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, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Continuing education opportunities
• Specialized training through the PrimE-Academy professional development platform
• Voluntary benefit options

What This Job Offers

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