About the role

  • Nursing Assistant assisting RN with daily patient care including hygiene, feeding, and monitoring. Working at Advocate Health facilities in Illinois as part of a healthcare team.

Responsibilities

  • Assists RN with daily care of patients including bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, activity orders and ambulation which may include use of therapeutic assistive devices, proper positioning, range of motion and special transferring as indicated
  • Measures and documents blood pressures, TPRs (Temperature, Pulse, Respiration), I & O (Intake and Output), daily weights, and other patient data as requested
  • Documents accurately in Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
  • Performs purposeful rounding under direction of RN and promptly communicates observations, concerns, and needs of patient/family to RN
  • Participates in admission, transfer and discharge process under supervision of RN including room set up, orientation to room, removing linen, and proper management of patient belongings
  • Ensures patient call light is always in reach of patient and answers call-lights promptly
  • Collects urine, stool, and sputum specimens and performs point-of-care testing as indicated using approved process for accurate specimen labeling and identification
  • Maintains competency as required
  • Completes various errands as directed including pick-up and delivery of trays, charts, specimens, and reports

Requirements

  • Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED), or High School Graduate
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days
  • Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry in which the team member practices
  • Basic computer skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off programs
  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
  • Educational Assistance Program

Job title

CRU PCA PR/OL, Nights

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$21 - $31 per hour

Degree requirement

High School Diploma

Location requirements

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