Acute Care CNA: Safe Patient Observation & Hands-On Care

Riverside Healthcare; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health insurance

Educational Assistance Program

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

Riverside Healthcare is seeking a Patient Care Sitter/CNA to provide continuous patient observation and hands-on care in an acute care setting. You will monitor risk patients, assist with ADLs, and document in the EHR while collaborating with the nursing team.

The role requires Illinois CNA certification and BLS. A hospital/acute care background is preferred, with attention to safety and patient comfort in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Current certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Illinois is required.
• Must have current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Hospital/acute care experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients at risk for injury ensuring safety at all times.
• Notify nursing staff immediately of changes in patient condition or behavior.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, and toileting.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Electronic Health Records

Education

Illinois CNA certification

BLS certification (AHA)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Riverside Healthcare is seeking a Patient Care Sitter/CNA to provide continuous patient observation and hands-on care in an acute care setting. You will monitor risk patients, assist with ADLs, and document in the EHR while collaborating with the nursing team.

The role requires Illinois CNA certification and BLS. A hospital/acute care background is preferred, with attention to safety and patient comfort in a fast-paced environment.