Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Successful completion of a vocational program for nursing assistants including the State of Illinois Competency Exam or completion of required portion of a RN program.
• CPR certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days of employment.
• Compliance with Criminal Background Check requirements.
• Knowledge and skills necessary to communicate and interact with patients, visitors, and staff in the following age groups: Infant, Pediatric/adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric.
• Ability to work well with a diverse work team.
• Ability to work under pressure with time constraints.
• Ability to concentrate.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Good mental health and emotional maturity.
• Good personal grooming and hygiene.
• Recognition and respect for the individual emotional, social, and cultural needs of patients, including their religious beliefs.
• Preservation of the dignity and respect of all Patients.
• Knowledge of sterile and non-sterile supplies, equipment, and procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and practice of Universal Precautions.
• Possession of a genuine interest and concern for geriatric and disabled persons.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from high school or GED is preferred.
• CNA experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living to ensure their cleanliness, grooming, nourishment, rest, activity, and elimination in a manner conducive to the patient’s comfort and safety.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment under the direction of and supervision of the RN/LPN in charge of the team or unit.
• Support and promote an environment conducive with the Mission, Vision, and Values of the hospital.
• Take and record vital signs, height, weight, intake and output, and measurements as applicable, in an accurate and precise manner.
• Notify nurse of changes in patient’s condition in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Keep written notes of specific assignments and record pertinent information about the patients.
• Promptly answer call lights.
• Transport patients as needed through the facility.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patients, hospital, or physician related information.
• Assist with daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning of equipment, work, and storage areas.
• Keep patient rooms neat and clean.
• Maintain orderly condition of assigned work area.
• Be knowledgeable of general hospital policies and procedures.
• Complete assigned daily duties.
• Accept reassignment to other units if necessary.
• Follow expected work practices.
• Work in a safe manner, including reporting unsafe equipment or environment.
• Help with not specifically assigned duties.
• Work steadily and always keep busy.
• Perform a variety of minimal repetitive tasks that may involve unpleasant conditions and maintain patience and tact.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401(k) Plan
• Community Benefit Hours