at OSF HealthCare (Main Office) in East Peoria, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Overview
Welcome to the Short Stay Unit! Short Stay is a 13 bed unit that treats patients for a variety of illnesses and medical conditions such as stroke, injuries, and concussions. Short Stay will also care for pre op and post op patients. Short Stay is a small unit but BIG on shared objectives. Our team of RN's and PCT's have strong collaboration skills which creates a positive working environment and a profound patient experience.
This position is eligible for a $2000 Sign On Bonus with a 1-year work commitment
Starting pay for this position is $18.43/hour; base pay offered may increase based on experience.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Patient Care Technician/Certified Nursing Assistant (PCT/CNA) provides appropriate safe basic care to patients which includes taking vital signs, assisting patients with activities of daily living, specimen collection, and observation of patients for physical/emotional changes. Other duties include recording pertinent information in patient charts, communicating with other Patient Care Team members to ensure continuity of care, and may function in a role providing constant supervision to patients as needed. Duties may vary according to department expectations and needs.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
CNA-Certified Nurses Assistant
CPR American Heart Association HealthCare Provider BLS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or GED Experience
Six months experience in a clinical healthcare environment
Six months experience in supporting physical, emotional and psycho-social needs of patients
OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE
