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Job Description
Clinical Associate (CNA) – All Units | UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital
Location: Harvey, IL (Greater Chicagoland) | Schedule: On-site, Full-Time & Part-Time available
Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital as a Clinical Associate (CNA). In this role, you'll prepare patients, assist with meals, and provide the direct, hands-on care that meets each patient's personal, physical, and comfort needs — while we help you invest in your future with generous tuition reimbursement, including up to 100% tuition coverage for eligible employees pursuing a pre-licensure BSN, Masters Entry Nursing (MENP), Respiratory Therapy, or Radiology degree. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity based in the greater Chicagoland area.
About The Role
Under the leadership of the Manager and Clinical Supervisor, you'll perform supportive functional tasks connected to patient care delivery, working within an interactive care model that exceeds the expectations of patients, families, and physicians. You'll demonstrate the skills and knowledge to provide age-appropriate care in line with the unit's Scope of Care.
What You'll Do
We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.
UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities
UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.
Compensation & Benefits Overview
UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.
The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.
Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine .
Clinical Associate (CNA) – All Units | UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital
Location: Harvey, IL (Greater Chicagoland) | Schedule: On-site, Full-Time & Part-Time available
Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital as a Clinical Associate (CNA). In this role, you'll prepare patients, assist with meals, and provide the direct, hands-on care that meets each patient's personal, physical, and comfort needs — while we help you invest in your future with generous tuition reimbursement, including up to 100% tuition coverage for eligible employees pursuing a pre-licensure BSN, Masters Entry Nursing (MENP), Respiratory Therapy, or Radiology degree. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity based in the greater Chicagoland area.
About The Role
Under the leadership of the Manager and Clinical Supervisor, you'll perform supportive functional tasks connected to patient care delivery, working within an interactive care model that exceeds the expectations of patients, families, and physicians. You'll demonstrate the skills and knowledge to provide age-appropriate care in line with the unit's Scope of Care.
What You'll Do
- Act as a patient and family advocate, providing comfort measures and support that meet personal, physical, and emotional needs
- Perform hourly rounding and complete assigned direct care tasks under the guidance of the staff nurse's plan of care
- Assist with patient admissions, including room setup and orientation, and obtaining vitals (height, weight, temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure)
- Demonstrate unit-specific skills and competencies appropriate to the age and needs of patients served
- Promote the mission, values, and clinical excellence of Ingalls Memorial Hospital
- Observe and follow infection control policies and procedures
- Education Support: Unlimited tuition reimbursement for full-time employees (50% for part-time) toward in-network pre-licensure BSN or Master's Entry Nursing (MENP) programs — including course-related fees and books
- Hot Jobs Program: After 120 days of employment, full- and part-time non-nursing employees are eligible for Hot Jobs — growth-opportunity positions to advance their careers and fill in-demand roles, with up to 100% tuition paid toward degrees and certifications, including course-related fees and books
- No Upfront Cost: Direct bill payment available for most in-network programs, so participating schools bill UChicago Medicine Ingalls directly instead of you paying out of pocket and waiting on reimbursement
- Academic Medicine Backing: Access to the resources, training, and reputation of UChicago Medicine
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Active BLS certification (American Heart Association)
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completed Medical Terminology course
We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.
UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities
UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.
Compensation & Benefits Overview
UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.
The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.
Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine .
Salary : $21 - $26