Patient Care Assistant (CNA) - Emergency Services

Prime Healthcare; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Joseph Hospital - Elgin is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support patients with activities of daily living and provide basic nursing care under the direction of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and unit.

The role requires CNA certification, phlebotomy or EKG certifications, BLS within 30 days, knowledge of medical terminology, and a minimum of six months' experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• CNA certification is required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred.
• EKG certification preferred.
• BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Provide basic nursing care under the supervision of the RN in charge of the team/unit.
• Maintain a safe environment on the unit.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Education

CNA Certification (State Approved)

High School Diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy Certification

EKG Certification

BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire

Job description

Responsibilities

The Patient Care Assistant assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to all patients and assists in maintenance of a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Current Phlebotomy certification upon hire, preferred.2. Current EKG certification upon hire, preferred.3. Current BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintain current. 4. Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.5. Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.

Facility Specific Requirements (as applicable required):

6. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), State approved Certification required.7. High School Diploma or equivalent

Pay Transparency

Saint Joseph Hospital - Elgin offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $21.00. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

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Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf