A Nursing Assistant is responsible for assisting Registered Nurses in treating patients throughout the hospital under the direct supervision of licensed staff. The CNA will perform routine patient care duties, provides a safe and therapeutic environment and assists in the admission, provision of patient care, discharge and transfer of patients. • Effectively keeps clinical/administrative areas safe, clean and neat to maintain a structured environment, while communicating with patients about their needs. • Performs tasks such as responding to call lights, feeding, bathing, preparing patients for transfers along with utilizing the language line when applicable. • Performs and documents direct patient care tasks such as assistance with personal care and other activities of daily living. • Provides a safe, clean environment to maintain a structured and therapeutic environment. • Participates in the development and ongoing review of the patient’s treatment plan and progress towards goals. • Provides one-on-one assistance with patients on an as needed basis. • Reports any changes observed in condition or behavior of a patient to professional personnel (and if applicable document). • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with established time constraints and in difficult situations. Department Specific Duties and Responsibilities • Phlebotomy after appropriate verification of skill competency is established. Other Responsibilities: • Adheres to downtime procedures. • Adheres to established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives. • Performs both essential and non-essential job functions in a safe manner as identified by Humboldt Park Health. • Demonstrates an understanding of and models the mission and core values of Humboldt Park Health. • Enhances professional growth and development by accessing educational programs, job related literature, in-service meetings, and workshops/seminars. Qualifications: • High School diploma or equivalent required • CNA Certification, along with BLS required