Nursing Assistant - Oncology - Nights

Advocate Health

Base: $19.80 - $29.70 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Physical care of patients including bathing and hygiene
Accurate documentation of vital signs and intake/output
Proper body mechanics for lifting and transferring patients
The role involves demonstrating competency in physical patient care standards including personal hygiene, positioning, and transfer techniques within a night shift schedule

Job Summary

  • The role involves demonstrating competency in physical patient care standards including personal hygiene, positioning, and transfer techniques within a night shift schedule.
  • Employees are responsible for accurately documenting vital signs, weights, and intake/output while promptly notifying nurses of any abnormal observations or complaints.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of total rewards including competitive compensation, health benefits, retirement plans, and educational assistance programs.

Matching Summary

The role involves demonstrating competency in physical patient care standards including personal hygiene, positioning, and transfer techniques within a night shift schedule.

Salary

Base: $19.80 - $29.70 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Paid Time Off, Health/Dental/Vision, Retirement match, Educational Assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Physical care of patients including bathing and hygiene
  • Accurate documentation of vital signs and intake/output
  • Proper body mechanics for lifting and transferring patients
  • Knowledge of isolation protocols for infectious diseases
  • Glucose monitoring via fingerstick procedures

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with pre- and post-operative care
  • Ability to establish therapeutic relationships with families
  • Participation in quality assurance and unit meetings
  • Cultural commitment and conflict resolution skills
  • Teamwork and effective communication abilities

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred
  • One year of patient care experience preferred
  • BLS certification required
  • Functional range of motion and grip strength capabilities

Work Rights

Not specified

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