CNA, Surgical/Peds

Nursing Assistant Opportunity

Our team is growing and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Provides basic nursing care to patients under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.

Shift: 7a to 730p w/every 3rd weekend

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Essential Functions:

• Ensures patient hygiene by giving bedpans, urinals, baths, backrubs, shampoos, and shaves and assists with showers.
• Performs and supports activities of daily living (ADL's) under direction of supervising RN/LPN.
• Provides for comfort needs of patients.
• Promptly answers patient's call lights and requests.
• Maintains good working relations among all nursing unit personnel and other hospital employees through appropriate communication.
• Maintains a safe and attractive environment for patients and co-workers; transports patients and equipment as appropriate.
• Instills confidence in the patient by maintaining a neat and attractive appearance and performing duties in a competent and caring manner.
• With specialized training, and written approval, may perform additional and specialized tasks pertinent to assigned area.
• Accepts reassignment as needed to provide necessary care for all patients.
• Understands and demonstrates proper sterile/aseptic technique when assisting in applicable departments.
• Supports an environment conducive to professional practice by functioning as a role model and resource person.

Specialized Know-How & Requirements:

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current CNA certification required. Must be active as a CNA on the IL Health Care Worker Registry.
• BLS Required within 30 days of hire and must be maintained throughout employment at CGH.
• Experience in an acute care setting preferred.

Compensation Range: $18.25 - $27.37

Available Benefits for Benefit Eligible Positions:

• Health and Dental Insurance
• IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)
• Retirement Fund (457 and 401A Plan)
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Optional Insurances
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Forgiveness
• Gift Shop Discount
• CGH Day Care Discount
• CGH Dietary Discount
• Employee Assistance Program
• CGH Pharmacy Discount
• CGH Vision Center Discount

Thank you for your interest in a career at CGH Medical Center.