Salary: Negotiable :USD

Location: Chicago, IL

Hospital: RUSH University Medical Center

Department: Gen Surgery Bariatrics PBC

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE 1.0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:30:00 AM - 4:00:00 PM)

Summary:
Job Summary:
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) performs a variety of clinical and environmental tasks under the direction of the Registered Nurse and in accordance with the standards of practice within the guidelines of corresponding state regulations. The CNA duties are of a technical nature requiring specialized training and skill to better support the environment of patient care. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:
Job Responsibilities:
ASSISTS THE RN IN THE DELIVERY OF PATIENT CARE
1. Maintains a safe patient environment.
2. Sets priority of duties based on needs of patient and clinic, under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
3. Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, participates in the implementation of individualized plans of care.
4. Assists patients in activities of daily living.
5. Accurately obtains patient data and documents all care in the appropriate patient care record.
6. Performs routine procedures, treatments and specimen collections.
7. Demonstrates aseptic technique, when necessary.
8. Assists Registered Nurse or physician with advanced procedures.
9. Assists the nurse in the management of uncomplicated tubes and drains.
10. Performs specific patient care procedures such as blood glucose testing, specimen collection, etc.
11. Demonstrates knowledge of age specific variables and growth and development.
12. Promptly reports changes in patient condition to the appropriate Registered Nurse.
TRANSPORTS PATIENTS AND (OTHER) ITEMS AS NEEDED
13. Transports laboratory specimens and patient belongings as required.
14. Obtains blood products, supplies and equipment as necessary.
COMPETENTLY UTILIZES TECHNOLOGY
15. Demonstrates proficiency in the use of the telephone and patient call system(s).
16. Demonstrates proficiency in the use of EPIC.
17. Demonstrates proficiency in the use of selected clinic specific equipment.
MAINTAINS A SAFE, ORDERLY, WELL-EQUIPPED ENVIRONMENT
18. Independently orders, organizes, and restocks according to clinic specifications.
19. Replenishes patient room supplies.
20. Maintains emergency supplies.
DEMONSTRATES A PROFESSIONAL WORK STYLE IN INTERACTIONS WITH INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CUSTOMERS
21. Negotiates break time and communicates departure and return time per clinic protocol.
22. Demonstrates initiative and self-direction in work habits.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) through the State of Illinois.
• Basic Life Support certificate.
• High school diploma/GED required.
• Successful completion of the institutional screening examination.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
Physical Demands:
• The ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
• Lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and supporting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
• Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.