Compassionate Nursing Assistant - Day Shift, Full-Time

Advocate Health; Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant (CNA) to support registered nurses in daily patient care activities. The role involves assisting with bathing, feeding, mobility, and routine monitoring in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include documenting vitals in EMR, participating in admissions and discharges, and ensuring patient comfort and safety under RN supervision. Strong communication and basic computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• GED or HSED or high school diploma required.
• BLS certification within 45 days.
• Nurse Aide in good standing with state registry.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with daily patient care including bathing, hygiene, feeding, activity orders and ambulation.
• Measure and document vitals and other patient data in EMR.
• Perform rounding and communicate observations to RN.
• Assist with admission, transfer and discharge processes.
• Collect urine, stool, and sputum specimens and perform point-of-care testing as indicated.
• Run errands, manage stock for nursing area, and clean equipment and work areas.
• Assist with patient positioning, transfers, nutrition tray setup and diet selection.
• Maintain skin care and use of compression devices as needed.
• May assist with IV removal, post mortem care, and bladder scans as directed.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Certification Addendum

Annual educational requirements

Education

GED/HSED or High School Diploma

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant (CNA) to support registered nurses in daily patient care activities. The role involves assisting with bathing, feeding, mobility, and routine monitoring in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include documenting vitals in EMR, participating in admissions and discharges, and ensuring patient comfort and safety under RN supervision. Strong communication and basic computer skills are essential.