Compassionate Patient Care Assistant (CNA) – Day Shift

Prime Healthcare; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Holy Family Medical Center- LTACH in Des Plaines, IL is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support patients with activities of daily living and basic nursing care under RN supervision. The role requires a CNA, valid BLS, and familiarity with medical terminology, with preferred phlebotomy and EKG certifications.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent, Illinois CNA certification, and at least six months of acute care experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Illinois approved Certification required.
• Current Phlebotomy certification upon hire, preferred.
• Current EKG certification upon hire, preferred.
• Current BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Patient Care Assistant assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to all patients and assists in maintenance of a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.

Skills

CNA experience

Medical Terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Phlebotomy certification

EKG certification

BLS (AHA) certification

Job description

Holy Family Medical Center- LTACH in Des Plaines, IL is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support patients with activities of daily living and basic nursing care under RN supervision. The role requires a CNA, valid BLS, and familiarity with medical terminology, with preferred phlebotomy and EKG certifications.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent, Illinois CNA certification, and at least six months of acute care experience.