Night Shift Patient Care Assistant | CNA, Acute Care

Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital in Chicago is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support patients with daily living activities and basic nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

This full-time night shift position involves 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM with rotating holidays and weekends. The role requires CNA certification or current CNA status, phlebotomy and EKG certifications preferred, and BLS within 30 days of hire, along with a strong knowledge of medical terminology.

Qualifications

• 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 under supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Assists in maintenance of a safe environment on the unit.

Skills

Patient care

Medical terminology

Daily living support

Education

CNA certification

High school diploma

BLS certification

Phlebotomy certification

EKG certification

Job description

Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital in Chicago is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support patients with daily living activities and basic nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

This full-time night shift position involves 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM with rotating holidays and weekends. The role requires CNA certification or current CNA status, phlebotomy and EKG certifications preferred, and BLS within 30 days of hire, along with a strong knowledge of medical terminology.