Night Shift CNA: Patient Care & Comfort Expert

Memorial Health; Taylorville (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Health in Taylorville, IL is seeking a compassionate nursing assistant to support the care team on the night shift. Under supervision of the registered nurse, you will assist with hygiene, comfort, daily living activities, and observation in accordance with policies.

This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and patient privacy, with opportunities to develop nursing skills through orientation and relevant training. CPR certification preferred, CNA or nursing enrollment accepted.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Enrollment in nursing school with one semester of clinicals completed.
• CNA certification or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide hygiene and comfort measures, ensuring privacy and dignity.
• Assist with activities of daily living and mobility as directed.
• Monitor vital signs and report deviations to RN.
• Support patient safety and observe infection control practices.
• Assist with admissions, transfers and discharge processes.
• Perform other assigned unit duties and respond to call lights promptly.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Safety and privacy

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Enrollment in nursing school (1 semester completed)

CNA certification or equivalent

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Memorial Health in Taylorville, IL is seeking a compassionate nursing assistant to support the care team on the night shift. Under supervision of the registered nurse, you will assist with hygiene, comfort, daily living activities, and observation in accordance with policies.

This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and patient privacy, with opportunities to develop nursing skills through orientation and relevant training. CPR certification preferred, CNA or nursing enrollment accepted.