Patient Care Technician — Growth & Telemetry Training

CO01 Southern Illinois Hospital Services Inc.; Carbondale (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Illinois Healthcare in Illinois seeks a CNA to assist nursing staff with patient care tasks, monitor vital signs, and support documentation in medical records. The role includes involvement in CPR during emergencies and timely communication of patient condition changes to the nursing team.

The position requires Illinois CNA training and a documented competency test, with BLS experience. This role emphasizes teamwork, patient advocacy, and adherence to department needs and education

Qualifications

• Completion of Illinois approved CNA training program and passed a written competency test.
• BLS Experience and Skills

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff with patient care activities: vital signs, intake/output, bathing, feeding, toileting, etc.
• Assists in medical emergencies, including CPR
• Complete, accurate and timely documentation in patient medical record
• Timely communication of changes in patient condition to RN/LPN
• Timely completion of delegated tasks from RN
• Advocate for patient by communicating with health service personnel
• Timely completion of required education and competencies
• Cross train to telemetry tech if applicable to department needs

Education

CNA training program (Illinois approved)

Nursing arts course (e.g., Basis in Nursing)

Job description

Southern Illinois Healthcare in Illinois seeks a CNA to assist nursing staff with patient care tasks, monitor vital signs, and support documentation in medical records. The role includes involvement in CPR during emergencies and timely communication of patient condition changes to the nursing team.

The position requires Illinois CNA training and a documented competency test, with BLS experience. This role emphasizes teamwork, patient advocacy, and adherence to department needs and education