Patient Care Assistant - Emergency Services

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K retirement plan

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Saint Joseph Hospital - Elgin is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support patients with daily living activities and basic nursing care under the supervision of the RN in charge. This role emphasizes safety, compassionate care, and teamwork in a fast-paced hospital unit.

The position requires CNA certification, BLS within 30 days, and preferred phlebotomy/ECG credentials, with six months of acute care experience. Night shifts are available and a comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with activities of daily living and provides basic nursing care under RN supervision, maintaining a safe environment.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNA certification (State approved)

Tools

Phlebotomy certification

EKG certification

BLS (AHA) within 30 days

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

Facility Specific Requirements (as applicable required):

1. 6. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), State approved Certification required.
2. 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/

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Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Nights

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