PICU CNA - 12-Hour Day Shift (Pediatrics)

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for the PICU. This 12-hour day shift, full-time role supports pediatric patients under RN supervision and focuses on direct care, patient comfort, and family orientation.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, CNA or LPN certification, BLS, and strong communication. Bilingual skills are a plus in this patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CNA or LPN certification required.
• Able to immobilize children if needed and move equipment safely.
• Effective communication with patients, families, physicians and staff.
• Bilingual ability preferred.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Orient families to the ambulatory clinic area.
• Take vital signs per department standard.
• Document patient data in paper records or EMR.
• Perform point-of-care testing (glucose, hemoccult, urine dipstick, HbA1c, HCG).
• Provide PO feeding and bulb suctioning.
• Assist with procedures and intra-hospital transport.
• Stock and maintain unit supplies; replace used canisters and tubing.
• Assist with labs, phone paging, and clerical tasks as needed.
• Keep unit orderly and ensure clean equipment and facilities.

Skills

Caring demeanor

Communication with families

Bilingual abilities

Education

High School Diploma/GED

BLS Certification

Job description

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for the PICU. This 12-hour day shift, full-time role supports pediatric patients under RN supervision and focuses on direct care, patient comfort, and family orientation.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, CNA or LPN certification, BLS, and strong communication. Bilingual skills are a plus in this patient-centered environment.