Certified Nurse Assistant, CNA

2 weeks ago


IL Northlake Kindred Hospital Chicago NorthLake Campus ScionHealth Full time

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

Valid certification as a CNA in the state of employment.CPR certification required.

Experience

Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

Assists professional nursing personnel in providing patient care in assigned area. Assists patients with activities of daily living, provides for personal care, emotional support and performs more complex clinical skills under the direction of professional nursing personnel.  The Seasonal Staffing program provides a temporary opportunity for the employee to work a minimum of 36 hours (typically 3–12-hour shifts) per week for a 12-week commitment period at a Seasonal Agreement rate of pay.  Once the initial commitment period has exhausted the employee can extend the agreement up to an additional 12 weeks in 4-week increments.  The employees status during this period will be Per Diem and ineligible for benefits.  At the end of the Seasonal Agreement the employee may has the option, based on current job openings, to change status to full-time, part-time, or per diem.  The employee may be required to float between units.  

Essential Functions

Consults with and keeps supervisor informed of unit activities, needs and problems related to patient care.Provides general nursing care such as positioning the patient, lifting, turning, applying/utilizing special equipment, assisting in the use of bed pan, urinal or commode, ambulating the patient and application of binder or anti embolic stockings, bed bath, oral/hair/back care, changing bed linens, cleaning over bed table, and bedside stand, straightening patient room and other general care necessary during the shift.Takes and records temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, height, blood pressure, and intake and output measurements accurately. Documents in a timely manner.Prepares patient room and bed for admission and transfers and ensures all necessary equipment is in room. Maintains an attractive and comfortable environment for patients with special consideration to cleanliness of room, ventilation, and lighting.Assists in patient admission, transfer and discharge procedures. Assist with handling and care of patient belongings and other personal property.Answers patient call lights, telephone, and paging system and responds as appropriate. Able to release, remove and reapply restraints to patient under the direction of an RN. Ensures patient is in proper position and alignment. Assist RN and/or LVN/LPN with complicated patient treatment procedures. Serves and removes patient meal tray in timely manner. Assists with feeding and/or preparing items such as opening mild container, cutting food for patient.Assists patients with range of motion exercises, and movement to wheelchair or activity areas.Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company's Code of Business Conduct, its policies and procedures, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards.Documentation via electronic health record.Attend interdisciplinary meetings as needed to provide input into selected patient's plans of care. Documents restorative services provided following facility policies and procedures.

Knowledge/Abilities/Skills/Expectations

Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.Ability to communicate effectively with patients and their family members, and facility staff.Basic computer knowledge. Approximate percent of time required to travel\: 0-10%Must read, write and speak fluent English.Must have good and regular attendance. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Pay Range\: $18.00-$26.75/hr. 

ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.



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