Certified Nurse Assistant, CNA - Nights - Full-time
Kindred, Northlake, TX, United States
Kindred Hospital Chicago - Northlake is a 94-bed long‑term acute care hospital offering the same in‑depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period. We partner with your physician and offer 24‑hour clinical care seven days a week so you can start your journey to wellness. We are located in the city community offering a nice balance between residential and commercial areas, close to Belmont Gardens.
Job Summary
Assists professional nursing personnel in providing patient care in an assigned area. Assists patients with activities of daily living, provides personal care and 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 ended, the employee can extend the agreement up to an additional 12 weeks in 4‑week increments. The employee’s status during this period will be per diem and ineligible for benefits. At the end of the seasonal agreement the employee may have 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 applying anti‑embolism stockings; performs bed bath, oral/hair/back care, changing bed linens, cleaning over the bed table and bedside stand, and maintaining a clean and comfortably ventilated room.
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 the room; maintains an attractive and comfortable environment for patients with special consideration to cleanliness, ventilation, and lighting.
Assists in patient admission, transfer, and discharge procedures; helps with handling and care of patient belongings and other personal property.
Answers patient call lights, telephone, and paging system and responds as appropriate.
Releases, removes, and reapplies restraints to patient under the direction of an RN; ensures the patient is in the proper position and alignment.
Assists an RN and/or LVN/LPN with complicated patient treatment procedures.
Serves and removes patient meal trays in a timely manner; assists with feeding and/or preparing items such as opening mil‑pacs or 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.
Documents via electronic health record.
Attends 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, and Expectations
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, their families, 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 per hour.
ScionHealth offers a comprehensive benefits package for benefit‑eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Licenses and Certifications
Valid certification as a CNA in the state of employment.
CPR certification required.
Experience
Six months of experience in a long‑term care environment preferred.
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Job Summary
Assists professional nursing personnel in providing patient care in an assigned area. Assists patients with activities of daily living, provides personal care and 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 ended, the employee can extend the agreement up to an additional 12 weeks in 4‑week increments. The employee’s status during this period will be per diem and ineligible for benefits. At the end of the seasonal agreement the employee may have 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 applying anti‑embolism stockings; performs bed bath, oral/hair/back care, changing bed linens, cleaning over the bed table and bedside stand, and maintaining a clean and comfortably ventilated room.
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 the room; maintains an attractive and comfortable environment for patients with special consideration to cleanliness, ventilation, and lighting.
Assists in patient admission, transfer, and discharge procedures; helps with handling and care of patient belongings and other personal property.
Answers patient call lights, telephone, and paging system and responds as appropriate.
Releases, removes, and reapplies restraints to patient under the direction of an RN; ensures the patient is in the proper position and alignment.
Assists an RN and/or LVN/LPN with complicated patient treatment procedures.
Serves and removes patient meal trays in a timely manner; assists with feeding and/or preparing items such as opening mil‑pacs or 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.
Documents via electronic health record.
Attends 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, and Expectations
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, their families, 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 per hour.
ScionHealth offers a comprehensive benefits package for benefit‑eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Licenses and Certifications
Valid certification as a CNA in the state of employment.
CPR certification required.
Experience
Six months of experience in a long‑term care environment preferred.
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