Patient Care Assistant CNA - Telemetry

Prime Healthcare; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph Hospital - Elgin is hiring a Patient Care Assistant to help patients with daily living activities and to provide basic nursing care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse.

The role requires CNA certification or eligibility, BLS within 30 days, and preferred phlebotomy and EKG credentials. A high school diploma is required, and prior acute care experience is valued. This is a full-time day shift with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy and EKG certifications preferred.
• BLS (AHA) certification within 30 days of hire.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Minimum six months experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.
• CNA certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living under RN supervision and provide basic nursing care.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment on the unit.
• Support the nursing team with routine tasks and patient comfort.

Skills

Phlebotomy certification

EKG certification

BLS (AHA) within 30 days

Medical Terminology knowledge

6 months acute care experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

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 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