Night Shift Patient Care Technician (CNA) — Vital Care

Southern Illinois Healthcare; Herrin (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Illinois Healthcare seeks a dedicated Patient Care Technician at Herrin Hospital for full-time night shifts. The role supports professional nursing care by assisting with vital signs, intake/output, bathing, feeding, and toileting, while participating in CPR during emergencies and documenting patient information accurately.

Required CNA training (Illinois approved) and BLS certification, with a focus on timely communication of patient status changes to registered or licensed practical

Qualifications

• Must have completed Illinois approved CNA training and passed a written competency test or nursing arts course.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff with patient care activities (vital signs, intake/output, bathing, feeding, toileting).
• Assists in medical emergencies, including CPR.
• Completes accurate and timely documentation in patient medical record.
• Communicates patient condition changes to RN or LPN.
• Completes delegated tasks from RN in a timely manner.
• Acts as patient advocate and collaborates with health service personnel.

Skills

Vital signs

CPR

Documentation

Nursing support

Patient advocacy

Education

Nurse aide CNA training

BLS certification

Job description

Southern Illinois Healthcare seeks a dedicated Patient Care Technician at Herrin Hospital for full-time night shifts. The role supports professional nursing care by assisting with vital signs, intake/output, bathing, feeding, and toileting, while participating in CPR during emergencies and documenting patient information accurately.

Required CNA training (Illinois approved) and BLS certification, with a focus on timely communication of patient status changes to registered or licensed practical