CNA - Patient Care with Growth & Benefits

Mercy Health System; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

FSA/HSA options

Generous paid time off

Parental and caregiver leave

Tuition and certification reimburse

Employee discounts

On-demand pay

Well-being programs

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Illinois is seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under RN supervision. You will assist with daily living tasks, monitor patient conditions, and document care accurately.

The role includes responding to call lights, maintaining a clean environment, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Training and precepting new partners will be part of your responsibilities.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care as assigned and per routine according to standards.
• Answer call lights promptly and document care provided.
• Maintain clean patient environment and stock supplies.
• Floats to multiple units based on patient care needs.
• Participate in department performance improvement activities.
• Train and precept new partners with unit educator.
• Blood glucose monitoring with lab personnel.
• Bladder scanning and catheter care as directed.
• Manage collection devices and ostomy care as applicable.
• Monitor nasogastric tubes and surgical drains under RN direction.
• Record vital signs and report abnormal values promptly.
• Discontinue invasive devices under RN supervision.
• Demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality and teamwork.

Skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Punctuality

Attendance

Professionalism

Safety awareness

Adaptability

Education

CNA program

CNA certificate (state)

Job description

Mercyhealth in Illinois is seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under RN supervision. You will assist with daily living tasks, monitor patient conditions, and document care accurately.

The role includes responding to call lights, maintaining a clean environment, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Training and precepting new partners will be part of your responsibilities.