Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Med Surg 4

Advocate Health; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off programs

Health and welfare benefits (medical,

Flexible Spending Accounts

Adoption assistance

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a full-time CNA for the Med Surg unit (0.9 FTE) on the 3rd shift with weekend and holiday rotations. The role involves assisting RNs, patient care, and vital sign monitoring in a high-quality care environment.

Based in the United States, the position offers competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package as part of Advocate Health’s Total Rewards program.

Qualifications

• Nurse Aide in good standing with the State Registry.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification within 45 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with daily patient care including bathing, hygiene, feeding, activity orders and ambulation.
• Measure and document vitals (BP, temp, pulse, respiration), I&O, daily weights in EMR.
• Participate in admission, transfer, discharge under RN supervision; ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Perform specimen collection and point-of-care testing as indicated; maintain equipment and stock.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Education

High School Diploma / GED / HSED

Job description

Department:

35814 AMC Summit - Med Surg: IU 4th Floor

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hou** rs Per Week:

36

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

0.9 FTE 3rd Shift CNA with weekend and holiday rotation

Pay Range:

$20.80 - $31.20

Licenses & Certifications

Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry in which the team member practices., and

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providerscertification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days.

Degrees

High School Graduate, or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED).

Required Functional Experience

No experience required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Basic computer skills .Excellent oral and written communication .Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities. Certification AddendumTeam members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others). Performs delegated tasks in patient care setting that supports environment of patient care and assures patients and family are treated in a holistic manner with dignity and respect.

Provides basic, quality patient focused care in clinical setting under daily direction and supervision of Registered Nurse (RN) in accordance with the standards of practice within guidelines of corresponding state regulations. Performs delegated tasks in patient care setting that supports environment of patient care and assures patients and family are treated in a holistic manner with dignity and respect.

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. Documents appropriately.

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.

Maintains and orders stock for nursing area. Cleans equipment and work areas.

Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties which require lifting and pushing/pulling while utilizing proper technique and assistive devices.

Performs tasks related to nutritional needs of patient under direction of RN to include diet review, tray set up/removal, proper positioning and diet selection.

Performs tasks related to maintaining skin integrity to include proper repositioning and skin care.

Ensures special patient supplies and appliances are provided and maintained such as TED hose and sequential compression devices.

Under the direction of RN and as determined by site/unit requirements, may be required to remove IVs, provide post mortem care, perform phlebotomy, ECGs, bladder scans and other skills as allowed under state regulations.

Practices within policies and procedures of infection prevention by demonstrating hand hygiene and knowledge of sterile and aseptic procedures, proper disposal of contaminated materials and utilizing proper attire when in direct contact with patients in isolation.

Our CommitmenttoYou:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate’s job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, andShort- 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

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.