Compassionate Patient Care Assistant (Part-Time)

American Addiction Centers; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Advocate Health in Illinois is seeking a Patient Care Companion for a half-shift in the Nursing Float Pool: Office. This part-time role supports patient care under the supervision of registered nurses and requires strong communication and compassion.

The position is 20 hours per week with pay range $18.85 to $28.30 per hour. Duties include ensuring patient safety, assisting with activities of daily living, meal support, and timely communication with the care team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Current CPR.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a secure environment by observing safety hazards and patient monitoring.
• Never leaves assigned patient unattended; monitor continuously during shifts and transport.
• Follow policies for precautions (suicide, seizure, falls, elopement) and use restraint alternatives when appropriate.
• Follow emergency plans and codes; accompany patient at all times within the facility.
• Provide am/pm care including bed making, hygiene, and skin care.
• Assist with ambulation, positioning, and activities of daily living.
• Support nutrition by tray setup, menu choices, and communicating intake to RN.
• Document patient information and communicate needs and changes to the RN.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate

Basic reading skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Current CPR

Job description

Advocate Health in Illinois is seeking a Patient Care Companion for a half-shift in the Nursing Float Pool: Office. This part-time role supports patient care under the supervision of registered nurses and requires strong communication and compassion.

The position is 20 hours per week with pay range $18.85 to $28.30 per hour. Duties include ensuring patient safety, assisting with activities of daily living, meal support, and timely communication with the care team.