Certified Nursing Assistant – Renal/Medical Unit

Advocate Condell Medical Center – Libertyville, IL

Schedule

Full Time; Night Shift
6:30 PM – 7:00 AM, including rotating weekends and holidays

Why Advocate Health

When you join Advocate Health, you are joining one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health systems, serving communities across Illinois and Wisconsin with a strong commitment to equity, excellence, and whole-person care.

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About Advocate Condell Medical Center

Advocate Condell Medical Center is a full-service acute care hospital in Libertyville, IL, providing comprehensive care to patients across the north suburbs of Chicago. As part of Advocate Health, we are committed to delivering exceptional patient experiences and high-quality outcomes.

Position Summary

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – GIP Hospice Unit supports the delivery of compassionate, patient-centered care to terminally ill patients under the direction of a Hospice Nurse or Clinical Supervisor.

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) designation
• CPR certification
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate, ethical patient care aligned with Advocate Health values (Compassion, Excellence, Equity, Partnership, Stewardship)

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a CNA program
• Prior experience working with hospice or diverse patient populations
• Basic computer/keyboard skills

What You Will Do

Patient Admission, Transfer & Discharge Support

• Set up patient rooms and orient patients and families to the environment and equipment
• Obtain and document vital signs including height and weight
• Ensure all personal belongings are accounted for during transitions
• Support hospice philosophy including post-mortem care

Direct Patient Care

• Provide personal care including bathing, oral care, grooming, and skin care
• Assist with mobility, ambulation, positioning, and transfers
• Support toileting needs and apply skin protection measures
• Respond promptly to call lights and patient requests
• Assist with catheters, tubes, specimen collection, and bedside procedures
• Perform oral suctioning as delegated
• Assist with patient nutrition needs

Care Coordination & Documentation

• Document patient care in accordance with hospice and regulatory standards
• Communicate patient needs and status to the care team
• Support patient and family education
• Act as a patient/family advocate
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality (HIPAA compliance)

Unit Operations & Safety

• Maintain a safe patient environment and follow infection control protocols
• Respond to emergency situations appropriately
• Maintain equipment and cleanliness of patient care areas
• Participate in training, quality improvement, and competency development
• Provide 1:1 observation for high-risk patients when assigned
• Promote patient and family satisfaction

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance; use of lift equipment for heavier patients
• Exposure to clinical hazards including infectious diseases and medical equipment
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to care for patients across all age groups

Patient Safety Expectations

• Report safety events and near misses promptly
• Adhere to all patient safety standards and procedures
• Promote a culture of safety and teamwork
• Escalate concerns to prevent patient harm

Being Part of Something Bigger

At Advocate Health, your work matters—to patients, teammates, and the communities we serve. If you are passionate about delivering compassionate care and making a meaningful difference, we invite you to grow your career with us.

Apply today and help us redefine care—for all.