Night Shift Patient Care Assistant (Per Diem CNA)

Prime Healthcare; Kankakee (IL); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare Saint Mary’s Hospital in Kankakee, IL is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for the Emergency Services department. This Per Diem night shift (7:00 PM–7:30 AM) requires helping with activities of daily living and basic nursing care under the supervision of the RN.

Qualifications include BLS, phlebotomy and EKG certifications preferred, knowledge of medical terminology, CNA certification, and at least six months in acute care. Competitive compensation will be determined at hire.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy certification preferred upon hire.
• EKG certification preferred upon hire.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Minimum six months experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.
• CNA certification required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• The Patient Care Assistant assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to all patients and assists in maintenance of a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.

Skills

Medical Terminology

BLS certification

Phlebotomy certification

EKG certification

Acute care experience

Education

CNA certification

High School Diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy certification

EKG certification

BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire

Job description

Prime Healthcare Saint Mary’s Hospital in Kankakee, IL is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for the Emergency Services department. This Per Diem night shift (7:00 PM–7:30 AM) requires helping with activities of daily living and basic nursing care under the supervision of the RN.

Qualifications include BLS, phlebotomy and EKG certifications preferred, knowledge of medical terminology, CNA certification, and at least six months in acute care. Competitive compensation will be determined at hire.