Compassionate Patient Care Assistant (CNA) – Day Shift

Saint Francis Hospital; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Assistant in Evanston, IL to support patients with daily living activities and basic nursing care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge. The role emphasizes patient safety and environment maintenance on dayshift.

The ideal candidate holds a CNA with knowledge of medical terminology and has or will obtain BLS; preferred certifications include phlebotomy and EKG, with six months of acute care or physician’s office experience.

Qualifications

• CNA certification required by state.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred phlebotomy and EKG certifications.
• BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Provide basic nursing care under RN supervision.
• Maintain a safe environment and care quality.

Skills

Medical terminology

Patient care

Education

CNA certification (state approved)

High School Diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy certification

EKG certification

BLS (AHA) within 30 days

Job description

Saint Francis Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Assistant in Evanston, IL to support patients with daily living activities and basic nursing care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge. The role emphasizes patient safety and environment maintenance on dayshift.

The ideal candidate holds a CNA with knowledge of medical terminology and has or will obtain BLS; preferred certifications include phlebotomy and EKG, with six months of acute care or physician’s office experience.