Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) NICU

10 HOSP Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

PTO & holidays

403(b) match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for NICU on 12-hour night shifts. The role requires completion of a CNA or LPN program, with BLS certification and strong communication with families and staff. The position starts Nov 30, 2026.

Night shifts are 12 hours with every 3rd weekend (Fri/Sat/Sun). Pay ranges from $19.00 to $28.50 per hour, with potential differentials and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of CNA or LPN program.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care under the direction of an RN.
• Vital signs measurement and documentation.
• Assist with procedures and intra-hospital transport.
• Stocking, cleaning, and unit maintenance tasks.
• Clerical support such as lab sending and paging.

Education

High school diploma/GED (CNA/LPN program)

Job description

Job Description

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do.

Night (United States of America) Location Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Job Description Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) NICU 12 hour night shifts only, every 3rd weekend required (Fri/Sat/Sun) Nov 30, 2026 start date.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED. Completion of program leading to certification as Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN.) Must be able to safely immobilize children, if necessary, and be able to move equipment and patients; respond quickly to patient care situations; effectively communicate with patients/families, physicians, and patient care staff, and meet professional image and communication standards. Bilingual ability preferred. Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association. Shift: 12 hour night shifts only, every 3rd weekend (Fri/Sat/Sun).

Job Duties

• Direct patient care: assists with the following tasks under the direction of an RN:
  • Orienting families to the ambulatory clinic area
  • Vital signs measurement per department standard
  • Documentation of patient data per department standard either on paper record or in EMR
  • Emptying fluid collection containers
  • Point of care testing/controls glucose, hemocult, urine dipstick, hemoglobin A1C, HCG testing
  • PO feeding
  • Bulb suctioning
  • Assisting with procedures
  • Assisting with intra hospital transport
  • Holding patients
  • Providing comfort measures
• Stocking and maintenance:
  • Changing needle boxes when 2/3 full
  • Distributing linen
  • Clean rooms after discharge
  • Replacing canisters, oxygen tubing, and nebulizers per protocol
  • Obtaining unit supplies
  • Returning unused supplies/equipment from patient room and treatment room and charges items to central area designated by unit.
• Clerical:
  • Assisting with sending labs
  • Phone calling/paging as directed
  • Coverage for clerk
• Cleaning:
  • Keeping unit orderly
  • Cleaning equipment and toys
  • Checking and recording refrigerator temperatures
  • Checking and recording of AED checks

Pay Range

$19.00-$28.50 Hourly

In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs.

Benefit Statement

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
• 403(b) with a 5% employer match
• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits
• Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
• Discount purchasing program

About the Hospital

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Place for You with Us

At Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and its affiliates (collectively “Lurie Children’s”), we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accommodations

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