Patient Care Assistant CNA

Prime Healthcare; Evanston, State College (IL, Centre County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Patient Care Assistant II to join their Medical Surgical & Telemetry Unit. This full-time role involves providing direct patient care, assisting with daily activities, and ensuring a safe environment under RN supervision. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and experience in acute care settings. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Paid time off

401K

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• Current Certification in Patient Care (e.g., M.A., CNA, EMT, Paramedic, Patient Care Tech).
• Minimum six months of experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care in the department setting.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living and provides basic nursing care.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

BLS (AHA) certification

Phlebotomy certification

EKG certification

Job description

Overview

Department: Medical Surgical & Telemetry Unit

Shift: Full-Time, Nights, 12-Hour Shifts

Hospital: Prime St Francis Hospital

Location: Evanston, IL 60202

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. The Company also prohibits harassment based on these categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

Responsibilities

The Patient Care Assistant II (PCA II) is a certified individual who performs direct patient care in the department setting. The PCA II maintains current certification and assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care, and helps maintain a safe environment under the supervision of an RN, ensuring activities do not distract from primary responsibilities such as dysrhythmia monitoring.

Qualifications

Education, Experience, Training

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Current Certification in Patient Care (e.g., M.A., CNA, EMT, Paramedic, Patient Care Tech).
3. Current Dysrhythmia Interpretation Certificate (preferred to be maintained).
4. Current BLS (AHA) certification (required and maintained).
5. Six months of previous experience as a Monitor Technician (preferred).
6. Current Phlebotomy certification (preferred).
7. Current EKG certification (preferred).
8. Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
9. Minimum six months of experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office (preferred).

Facility-specific requirements (may include):

1. Current Behavioral Violence Prevention (BVP) certificate within 6 months of hire and maintained as per facility policy.

Saint Francis Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, 401K, medical/dental/vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and voluntary benefits. The estimated total compensation range for this role is $18.90 to $28.01, depending on experience, credentials, and other factors. Final salary will be determined at hire based on these considerations.