Nursing Assistant Trainee: Start Your Hands-On Care Career

Illinois Nursing Academy; La Grange Park (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Great working environment

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Illinois Nursing Academy is seeking compassionate caregivers for entry-level nursing support roles. You will learn hands-on patient care in partnering facilities and help seniors with daily activities under supervision, while building critical skills for a healthcare career.

Applicants should value teamwork, maintain a strong work ethic, and pass a background check. The role offers structured training, ongoing mentoring, and real-world experience in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent patient care and customer service skills.
• Must enjoy working with seniors.
• Must have an excellent work ethic.
• Must be able to work in collaboration with the nursing team.
• Must have a solid work history.
• Passing a background check.

Responsibilities

• Turning & moving patients.
• Proper usage of medical supplies.
• Assisting patients with activities of daily living (bathing, toileting, feeding, etc.)
• Checking vital signs (i.e. blood pressure, heart rate, etc.)
• Assist with other needs of patients

Skills

Patient care

Customer service

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

Illinois Nursing Academy is seeking compassionate caregivers for entry-level nursing support roles. You will learn hands-on patient care in partnering facilities and help seniors with daily activities under supervision, while building critical skills for a healthcare career.

Applicants should value teamwork, maintain a strong work ethic, and pass a background check. The role offers structured training, ongoing mentoring, and real-world experience in a supportive environment.