Pediatric CNA - Resource Team (Float) | 12h Shifts

Lurie Children's Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to join the Resource Team/Float.

This full-time, 12-hour shift position supports pediatric patients across units under RN supervision, with duties spanning direct care, vital signs, documentation, and patient-family orientation. The role requires a CNA or LPN, high school diploma, BLS certification, and strong communication skills; bilingual abilities are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• CNA or Licensed Practical Nurse certification required.
• Must be able to immobilize children and move equipment safely.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians and staff.
• Bilingual ability is preferred.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Orient families to ambulatory clinic areas.
• Measure vital signs per department standard.
• Document patient data in EMR or paper records.
• Assist with procedures and intra-hospital transport.
• Stock and maintain supplies and clean rooms and equipment.
• Assist with lab tests and specimen handling as directed.
• Provide comfort measures and respond to patient care situations.

Skills

Patient care

Communication with patients/families

Mobility/transfer assistance

Immobilize children safely

Bilingual ability (preferred)

Vital signs monitoring

Documentation skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

BLS Certification

Job description

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to join the Resource Team/Float.

This full-time, 12-hour shift position supports pediatric patients across units under RN supervision, with duties spanning direct care, vital signs, documentation, and patient-family orientation. The role requires a CNA or LPN, high school diploma, BLS certification, and strong communication skills; bilingual abilities are a plus.