CNA - Acute Care Patient Support | Day Shift

Mercy Medical Center; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, IL is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support daily living activities and provide basic nursing care under the supervision of the RN in charge of the team.

The role requires a current phlebotomy and EKG certification (preferred), BLS within 30 days, knowledge of medical terminology, and prior acute care experience preferred. Schedule is full-time days, 6:45a-7:15p, 3-12 hour shifts, with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Current Phlebotomy certification upon hire, preferred.
• Current EKG certification upon hire, preferred.
• Current BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician's office preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Patient Care Assistant assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to all patients and assists in maintenance of a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.

Skills

Phlebotomy certification

EKG certification

BLS (AHA)

Medical Terminology

Acute care experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNA certification (State approved)

Job description

Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, IL is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support daily living activities and provide basic nursing care under the supervision of the RN in charge of the team.

The role requires a current phlebotomy and EKG certification (preferred), BLS within 30 days, knowledge of medical terminology, and prior acute care experience preferred. Schedule is full-time days, 6:45a-7:15p, 3-12 hour shifts, with competitive compensation and benefits.