Nursing Assistant (NA/CNA) - Per Diem - Days

Select Medical; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated Nursing Assistants to provide compassionate care in a critical illness recovery setting. This role is vital in supporting patients during their recovery journey, ensuring they receive the highest quality of care. As part of a large, committed team, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of patients and their families. With a focus on professional development and a supportive work environment, this position offers a pathway to advancement and a chance to be part of something meaningful. Join us in making a difference in patient care!

Benefits

Nursing Assistant Orientation Program

Opportunity for Advancement

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Requires hospital experience as a nursing assistant or related field.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with bathing, hygiene, and feeding.
• Transport patients and maintain cleanliness of equipment.
• Participate in hourly rounds and keep rooms orderly.

Skills

Compassionate Patient Care

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Patient Transport Assistance

Hygiene and Cleanliness Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Relevant Work Experience (3+ years)

Job description

Overview

Position: Nursing Assistant (NA/CNA/PCT)

Location: Select Specialty Hospital - Wheeling (located inside Wheeling Hospital)

Schedule: PRN/Per Diem, 12-hour shifts, Days

Compensation: $20.00 per hour, plus shift differentials for nights and weekends

Select Specialty Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. As a critical illness recovery hospital, we help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and our Nursing Assistants (NA) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent care every step of the way.

Why Join Us:

• Start Strong: Nursing Assistant (NA) orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform services for patients including bathing using basin-less bath products, oral hygiene, oral feeding and care of hair.
• Participate in hourly rounds.
• Transport patients to and from various treatment centers when necessary, and assist transporters in moving patients in and out of stretchers and wheelchairs.
• Maintain the cleanliness of various instruments and equipment such as bedpans, urinals and wheelchairs.
• Keep patients’ rooms in clean and orderly condition.
• Maintain unit stock levels of supplies and equipment as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED OR relevant work experience (3+ years).
• Requires hospital experience as a nursing assistant, certification as a nursing assistant or experience in a related field (i.e. medical assistant, actively enrolled RN student).
• BLS is required within 90 days of hire.

Additional Data

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.