CNA Nursing Assistant I - Surgical ICU

Hugh Chatham Health, Inc.; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a CNA for the SICU in Park Ridge, IL. This role provides essential patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, with weekend night shifts and a 36-hour workweek. The paid range reflects entry to experienced technical duties in a fast-paced unit.

Responsibilities include basic caregiving tasks, patient transport assistance, and ongoing communication with the care team to maintain safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED/HSED.
• CNA - Nurse Aide in good standing per state registry.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers (AHA) certification to be obtained within 45 days.
• No experience required.
• Basic computer skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders.
• Must be able to lift to 35 pounds; assist with heavier lifts with equipment when needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic, patient-focused care under RN supervision.
• Perform delegated tasks to support patient care.
• Ensure holistic care for patients and families with dignity and respect.

Skills

CNA certification

Excellent communication

Basic computer skills

BLS certification

Physical stamina

Education

High School/GED/HSED

Job description

Department

34511 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Nursing: SICU

Department

34511 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Nursing: SICU

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

36

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Full-time, 36 or 24 hours per week, 12 hour weekend night shifts, Friday and Saturday. 1900 - 0700

Pay Range

$20.80 - $31.20

Scheduled hours: Full-time 36 hrs or Part-time 24 hrs every Friday and Saturday.

Summary

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.

Required Qualifications

• High School Graduate or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED).
• CNA - Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry in which the team member practices.
• CPR - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) must be obtained within 45 days.
• No experience required.
• Basic computer skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift.
• Ability to lift to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case‑by‑case basis.

Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.

Must have functional vision and hearing.

Will be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids on a continuous basis; therefore, protective clothing must be worn as necessary.

Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment To You

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, and Short- 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.