Compassionate Behavioral Health Tech – Day Shift in Chicago

Ascension Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Counseling and peer support

Spiritual care and stress management

Job summary

Ascension Saint Joseph is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support the Adult Psychiatry Unit in Chicago, IL. You will help patients with daily living activities, participate in direct patient care, and monitor behavior as part of the care team.

The role requires BLS certification within 30 days of hire, with CPI certification preferred and Illinois Nurse Aide validation encouraged. Salary reflects hospital standards and benefits.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 1 month of hire.
• CPI certification preferred.
• Nurse Aide credentialed with IDPH required or preferred as stated.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Provide or assist with direct patient care, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic interventions.
• Observe and record patient behavior and activities.
• Report changes in condition and suggest modifications to the treatment plan.

Skills

BLS

Education

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Nurse Aide credentialed (Illinois Department of Public Health)

CPI Crisis Prevention credentialed

Job description

Ascension Saint Joseph is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support the Adult Psychiatry Unit in Chicago, IL. You will help patients with daily living activities, participate in direct patient care, and monitor behavior as part of the care team.

The role requires BLS certification within 30 days of hire, with CPI certification preferred and Illinois Nurse Aide validation encouraged. Salary reflects hospital standards and benefits.