Patient Care Assistant (CNA) Telemetry

Mercy Medical Center; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, IL, is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for the Telemetry department. This full-time days position runs 7:00am–7:30pm with 3-12-hour shifts, and includes a sign-on bonus up to $5,000.

You will assist patients with activities of daily living, provide basic nursing care under RN supervision, and help maintain a safe environment. Preferred candidates have BLS, CNA certification, and knowledge of medical terminology.

Qualifications

• Current Phlebotomy certification upon hire, preferred.
• Current EKG certification upon hire, preferred.
• Current BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician's office preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), State approved Certification required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• The Patient Care Assistant assists patients with activities of daily living and provides basic nursing care.
• Assists in maintaining a safe environment under the direction of the RN in charge of the team/unit.

Skills

BLS knowledge

Medical terminology

Patient care

Education

CNA - State approved Certification

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS (certification)

Job description

Overview

• Department: Telemetry
• Schedule: Full Time Days, 7:00am - 7:30pm, 3-12-hour shifts
• Facility: Prime Healthcare Mercy Medical Center
• Location: Aurora, IL, 60506
• Sign on bonus: Up to $5,000.00

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

Mercy Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $18.00 to $26.68. 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/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

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