Certified Nursing Assistant

Your Future Role At A Glance

Location: Des Plaines, IL

Facility: Nazarethville Place

Department/Specialty: Nursing Unit

Schedule: Part-time | Evening

Salary Range: $18.44 - $23.86 per hour

Life At Ascension: Where Purpose Meets Opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits That Help You Thrive

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial Security & Retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time To Recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career Growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional Well-Being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family Support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other Benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How You'll Make An Impact In This Role

• Assist with procedures ordered by physician and supervised by a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Assist patients with tending to personal care, activities of daily living and transfers/transport.
• Report findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Assist with keeping patient rooms clean and orderly. Assure resident safety by identifying safety hazards and emergency situations and initiates corrective action as appropriate.
• Assist in providing care appropriate to a specific population by facilitating time and individualized care of assigned patients.

What Minimum Requirements You'll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Nurse Aide obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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