Patient Care Assistant – Ortho Neurology & Spine (Day Shift)

Resurrection Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Resurrection Medical Center in Chicago, IL is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support daily living activities and basic nursing care in the Orthopedic Neurology and Spine department. The role operates full-time days, 7:00am to 7:30pm, with rotating weekends and holidays.

Requirements include a high school diploma, Illinois CNA certification, and BLS within 30 days of hire; phlebotomy and EKG certifications are preferred, along with knowledge of medical terminology and at least six months in

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• CNA, Illinois approved Certification required.
• 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.

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.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNA Certification (Illinois approved)

Phlebotomy Certification

EKG Certification

BLS Certification (AHA)

Medical Terminology

Experience in acute care or physician’s office

Job description

Resurrection Medical Center in Chicago, IL is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support daily living activities and basic nursing care in the Orthopedic Neurology and Spine department. The role operates full-time days, 7:00am to 7:30pm, with rotating weekends and holidays.

Requirements include a high school diploma, Illinois CNA certification, and BLS within 30 days of hire; phlebotomy and EKG certifications are preferred, along with knowledge of medical terminology and at least six months in