PATIENT CARE SITTER-CNA (36 HRS/WEEK, SHIFT VARIES)

The Patient Care Sitter/Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides direct observation and hands‑on care to patients in an acute care setting, ensuring safety through continuous monitoring while assisting with basic patient care tasks under nursing supervision.

Essential Duties

• Provide continuous monitoring of patients at risk for injury or harm, ensuring their safety at all times.
• Notify nursing staff immediately of any changes in the patient’s condition or behaviors.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, and toileting; answer call lights promptly and relay patient concerns to the nursing team.
• Accurately measure and record patients’ vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, weight, blood glucose) as needed.
• Assist with patient mobility: turning, repositioning, transferring, and ambulation using proper body mechanics and safety techniques/equipment.
• Monitor and report changes in patient conditions; ensure safety and comfort by following established protocols, utilizing restraints and assistive devices appropriately, and assisting with emergency codes as needed.
• Document patient care activities and observations in the electronic health record (EHR) system in a timely and accurate manner.
• Collect specimens such as urine and stool for laboratory testing as directed by nursing staff.
• Adhere to infection control procedures, including hand hygiene, proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and environmental cleaning.
• Assist with the setup, operation, and cleaning of medical equipment as directed by nursing staff.
• Engage with patients and families to promote comfort, trust, and understanding; address concerns with empathy and professionalism.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment; offer constructive feedback, assist peers, and engage in open communication to foster teamwork.
• Maintain annual education requirements for hospital‑based certifications (e.g., DNV, CARF, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Preferred experience in a hospital or acute care setting is preferred but not required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the healthcare team.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Basic computer skills for documentation in electronic health records preferred.

Qualifications

• Current certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the state of Illinois is required.
• Must have current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs (.5 to 1.0 FTE)
• Health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, short‑ and long‑term disability
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work (.001 to .49 FTE)

Pay

Pay range: USD $19.02 – USD $23.46 per hour.

Schedule

Shift: Variable for 24‑hour coverage; average hours per week: 40.