Compassionate Patient Care Assistant

Advocate Health; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a compassionate Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) to support daily patient care under the supervision of registered nurses. You will assist with bathing, feeding, mobility, and vital sign monitoring, while ensuring patient comfort and safety in a fast‑paced hospital setting.

You will document in the EMR, participate in rounds, and help with admissions, transfers and discharges. Strong communication, organization, and basic computer skills are essential to thrive in this

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with daily patient care including bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, mobility and transfers.
• Measure and document vital signs and other patient data in EMR.
• Perform purposeful rounding and communicate patient needs to RN.
• Aid in admission, transfer and discharge processes under RN supervision.
• Collect specimens and support point‑of‑care testing with proper labeling and handling.
• Complete errands, stock nursing areas, and maintain a clean work environment.
• Support patient positioning and transportation and assist with nutrition duties as directed.
• Maintain skin care and use compression devices as required.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Education

GED/HSED or High School Diploma

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a compassionate Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) to support daily patient care under the supervision of registered nurses. You will assist with bathing, feeding, mobility, and vital sign monitoring, while ensuring patient comfort and safety in a fast‑paced hospital setting.

You will document in the EMR, participate in rounds, and help with admissions, transfers and discharges. Strong communication, organization, and basic computer skills are essential to thrive in this