Nursing Support Assistant (CNA), 8E Neurology Nrsrgry, Full Time, Night Shift

University of Chicago Medicine; Illinois; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago Medicine is seeking a Nursing Support Assistant (CNA) to support patient care under the supervision of the Manager and Clinical Supervisor in the 8E Neurology Nursing Unit, Hyde Park, nights.

You will perform basic patient care activities, assist with activities of daily living, document activities, and help prepare patients for discharge or transfer, while maintaining infection control standards and proper records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be HCWR listed as Illinois CNA or nursing student on HCWR.
• CPR/BLS Certification is required.
• Ability to read and write, perform simple math, follow instructions and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• May involve lifting up to 50 lbs and physical effort.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care activities including vital signs and simple tests.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, hygiene, ambulation and nourishment.
• Document activities accurately in patient records.
• Assist with discharge and transfer preparation of patients.
• Maintain patient environment, beds, rooms and equipment.
• Initiate CPR and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Perform receptionist duties for the assigned area.

Skills

CPR/BLS Certification

Reading & Writing

Effective Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

HCWR Illinois CNA or nursing student on HCWR

Job description

With the leadership of the Manager and the Clinical Supervisor, the Nursing Support Assistant (CNA) performs assigned supportive work in connection with the delivery of patient care, including functional tasks and skills. Utilizes interactive processes which will exceed the expectation of patients, physicians, families, or significant others, provides high quality, cost effective care and treatment. Demonstrates necessary skills and knowledge to provide care for patients according to unit specific competencies as appropriate to the age of the patients served. Performs activities which support the daily functions and operations of a patient care unit and the healthcare team. Provides constant observation and documentation of activity of assigned patient. Works under the direction of the Registered Nurse in the assigned area.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides basic patient care activities including vital signs, enemas and basic tests such as glucoscan, hemacult and multistix
• Assists patients with activities of daily living, as appropriate/assigned, using proper aseptic, isolation, and infection control techniques in performance of duties
• Assists patients with personal hygiene, ambulation and nourishment/fluids
• Completes procedures as assigned, such as collecting patient specimens and weighing patients.
• Assists with discharge and transfer preparation of patients
• Assists in the maintenance of the patient environment: makes patient beds, tidies patient room, and prepares patient room for admission and transfer
• Assists with the maintenance of supplies/equipment and the environment.
• Communicates and accurately documents activities onto the proper records or logs
• Initiates CPR and calls a Dr. Cart
• Performs receptionist duties for assigned area as requested

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be listed on the IDPH Health Care Worker Registry (HCWR) as an Illinois CNA OR a nursing student who has passed the written competency exam and is listed on the HCWR.
• CPR/BLS Certification
• Ability to read and write, perform simple mathematical calculations, follow oral and written instructions, perform variety of tasks without direct supervision and perform duties requiring continuous physical effort
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and/or in written form
• Ability to work in partnership with management and staff
• Occasional lifting may be heavy and awkward, over 50 lbs.
• Moderate to extreme physical effort such as walking, standing, performing CPR, and lifting materials, equipment, objects and/or patients may be required
• Vision, hearing, and sense of touch must be adequate to enable one to quickly and accurately perform tasks such as reading small print, defining details, sending and receiving clear and accurate oral communication
• Frequent periods of concentrated or focused attention will be needed to interpret visual, auditory, and sensory inputs

Position Details

• Job Type/FTE: Full-Time 0.9 FTE
• Shift: Nights
• Work Location: Onsite - Hyde Park
• Unit/Department: 8E Neurology Nrsrgry
• CBA Code: 743SM