Nursing Assistant (Certified/Non-Certified)

OSF HealthCare; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is hiring a Patient Care Technician/Certified Nursing Assistant (PCT/CNA) to provide safe basic care, take vital signs, assist with daily living activities, collect specimens, and observe patients for changes. You will document information in patient charts and collaborate with the patient care team to ensure continuity of care.

The role may involve supervising patients as needed and aligns with our mission to support patients through every stage of life.

Qualifications

• CNA certification preferred; CPR/BLS certification required.
• Six months of clinical healthcare experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred for uncertified assistants.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and monitor patients.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Collect specimens and document observations.
• Communicate with care team to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)

CNA certification (Preferred)

Tools

CPR/BLS (American Heart Association)

Job description

Total Rewards

\"Your life - our Mission\"

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Expected pay for this position is $18.98 - $22.34/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

3rd shift differential is $2.25/hr.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The Patient Care Technician/Certified Nursing Assistant (PCT/CNA) provides appropriate safe basic care to patients which includes taking vital signs, assisting patients with activities of daily living, specimen collection, and observation of patients for physical/emotional changes. Other duties include recording pertinent information in patient charts, communicating with other Patient Care Team members to ensure continuity of care, and may function in a role providing constant supervision to patients as needed. Duties may vary according to department expectations and needs.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• CNA – Certified Nursing Assistant preferred
• CPR American Heart Association HealthCare Provider BLS

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED Experience (Required for Uncertified Nursing Assistants)
• 6 months experience in a clinical healthcare environment
• 6 months experience in supporting physical, emotional and psycho-social needs of patients

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.