Night Shift CNA: Compassionate Oncology Care Partner

University of Chicago Medicine; Illinois; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Chicago Medicine is seeking a part-time Nursing Support Assistant (CNA) to support patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role involves compassionate, clinical duties in a fast-paced unit.

The CNA will provide basic patient care such as vital signs, assist with activities of daily living, hygiene, ambulation, and nourishment. Documentation and discharge preparation are also required.

Qualifications

• CPR/BLS certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be listed on the IDPH Health Care Worker Registry (HCWR) as an Illinois CNA OR be a nursing student who has passed the written competency exam and is listed on the HCWR.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic patient care activities including vital signs and basic tests.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living and personal hygiene using proper infection control.
• Assists with ambulation and nourishment/fluids as appropriate.
• Collects patient specimens and participates in patient measurements as assigned.
• Assists with discharge and transfer preparation of patients.
• Maintains patient environment: makes beds, tidies rooms, and prepares rooms for admission or transfer.
• Keeps supplies and equipment organized and clean and supports the healthcare team.
• Communicates and accurately documents activities on the appropriate records or logs.
• Initiates CPR and notifies the appropriate medical staff.
• Performs receptionist duties for the assigned area as requested.

Skills

CPR/BLS Certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

IDPH Health Care Worker Registry (HCWR) listed

Nursing student with written competency exam listed on HCWR

Job description

The University of Chicago Medicine is seeking a part-time Nursing Support Assistant (CNA) to support patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role involves compassionate, clinical duties in a fast-paced unit.

The CNA will provide basic patient care such as vital signs, assist with activities of daily living, hygiene, ambulation, and nourishment. Documentation and discharge preparation are also required.