Certified Nursing Assistant - Medical Surgical - Days

Mercyhealth; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercyhealth Hospital and Physician Clinic in Crystal Lake, IL, is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for day shifts on a 12‑hour rotation schedule. The role involves direct patient care under nursing supervision, urgent documentation, and maintaining a safe, clean environment on a hospital unit.

Successful candidates will have CNA certification, CPR/BLS within 90 days, and the ability to work collaboratively while handling routine clinical tasks and patient needs.

Qualifications

• Completion of a CNA program required.
• Current CNA certificate in applicable state preferred.
• Approved CPR/BLS certification within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care as assigned and per routine per standards and policies.
• Answers call lights promptly and documents care performed.
• Maintains clean patient environment and stock supplies.
• Floats to various units as needed and participates in performance improvement.

Skills

Problem solving

Technical skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivation

Professionalism

Safety and security

Adaptability

Attendance/Punctuality

Dependability

Education

CNA program completion

Job description

## Certified Nursing Assistant - Medical Surgical - DaysApply: Mercyhealth Hospital and Physician Clinic - Crystal Lake, IL: Full time: Posted Today: 2026-03677**Overview:** Cares for patients in the hospital setting under direction of nursing staff.**Schedule:** Three 12 hour shifts with rotations**Shift:** Days **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Provides patient care as assigned and per routine as defined by educational scope, according to standards of care, shift routines, and policies and procedures.* Answers call lights in a timely and appropriate manner.* Documents care provided according to standards.* Maintains a clean work and patient environment.* Maintains supplies, including scanning, stocking and ordering new supplies and disposing of expired or damaged supplies.* Floats to various units based on identified patient care needs.* Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities.* Training/precepting new partners in collaboration with unit educator* Blood Glucose Monitoring (BGM) with lab personnel* Bladder scanning procedure reviewed* Bladder scanner training complete (check off sheet for competency)* Attaching patient to remote telemetry or bedside cardiac monitor* Managing and reporting collection devices:* Colostomy, ileostomy or other fecal management systems: care and output measures* Indwelling catheters: care and output measures* Nasogastric tubes to suction* Surgical drains under direction of supervising RN* Competent in completing vital signs: Manual process for blood pressure and required reporting of abnormal values to supervising RN* Discontinue invasive devices under the direction of the supervising RN:* Indwelling (Foley) catheters* Nasogastric tubes* Peripherally inserted intravenous catheters* Similar devices as appropriate**EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE**Completion of a CNA program.**CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE**Current CNA certificate in applicable state. Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days.**OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES**Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers information and reports as appropriate; Works well in group problem solving situations; Remains calm when dealing with emotional topics. Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others; Consistently performs essential duties and responsibilities. Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on resolving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Self-directed in daily work routine, remaining productive during work hours.Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly; Utilizes appropriate equipment for partner/patient safety, such as lifts and gait belts.Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time, ready to accept assignment. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to leadership direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.**PAY RANGE:**$17.57 - $25.48